Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
King's Pawn Opening (B00) · 0-1 (Ian Nepomniachtchi won) · 14 moves · Round 2.27 · 15 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackIan Nepomniachtchi
- Result0-1 · Ian Nepomniachtchi won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round2.27
- Date15 September 2023
- OpeningKing's Pawn Opening (B00)
- Length14 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 127 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, 0-1 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi met over the board in this brisk miniature at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed King's Pawn Opening (B00) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 14 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, Ian Nepomniachtchi won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 127 of 173.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 2.27, 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 King's Pawn Opening (ECO code B00). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Ian Nepomniachtchi won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 14 moves (28 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 King's Pawn Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.