Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Blitz YourNextMove 2017

Center Game (C22) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 19 moves · Round 5.3 · 1 July 2017

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Ian Nepomniachtchi
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Magnus Carlsen
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteIan Nepomniachtchi
  • BlackMagnus Carlsen
  • Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventGCT Blitz YourNextMove 2017
  • Round5.3
  • Date1 July 2017
  • OpeningCenter Game (C22)
  • Length19 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 12 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: Nepomniachtchi vs Carlsen, ½-½ (GCT Rapid YourNextMove, 2017).

Next game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, 1-0 (GCT Blitz YourNextMove, 2017).

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The moves of Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Blitz YourNextMove 2017

1.e4 e5 2.d4 exd4 3.Qxd4 Nc6 4.Qe3 Bb4+ 5.Nc3 Nf6 6.Bd2 O-O 7.O-O-O Re8 8.Qf4 Bxc3 9.Bxc3 Rxe4 10.Qg3 d5 11.f3 Re8 12.Ne2 a5 13.Nf4 Nb4 14.Bxf6 Qxf6 15.a3 Bf5 16.axb4 axb4 17.Nxd5 Ra1+ 18.Kd2 Qxb2 19.Qxc7 Rxd1+ 0-1

Ian Nepomniachtchi and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this brisk miniature at GCT Blitz YourNextMove in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

The game opened with Center Game (C22), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.

The game was a sharp, short fight of 19 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.

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.

Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.

In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 12 of 173.

Where and when was Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen played?

At the GCT Blitz YourNextMove, round 5.3, on 1 July 2017.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Ian Nepomniachtchi (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at GCT Blitz YourNextMove in 2017.

What opening was played?

The game used Center Game (ECO code C22). Classical development and rapid piece play.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 19 moves (38 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 Center Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.

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