Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Petrov Defense (C42) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 53 moves · Round 2.15 · 15 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackIan Nepomniachtchi
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round2.15
- Date15 September 2023
- OpeningPetrov Defense (C42)
- Length53 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 108 of 173 between Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi in the Rama Chess database (2002–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 67–25 with 81 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: Nepomniachtchi vs Carlsen, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Ian Nepomniachtchi at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Petrov Defense (C42), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 53 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi?
In the 173 games between them in our database (2002 to 2025) Carlsen leads 67–25 with 81 draws. This game is number 108 of 173.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 2.15, on 15 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Petrov Defense (ECO code C42). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 53 moves (105 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Petrov Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.