Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W 2024
Sicilian Defense (B92) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 26 moves · Round 1.3 · 19 July 2024
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackIan Nepomniachtchi
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventCrunchLab Masters Div 1 W 2024
- Round1.3
- Date19 July 2024
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B92)
- Length26 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 143 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 (CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W, 2024).
Next game: Nepomniachtchi vs Carlsen, 0-1 (CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W, 2024).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W 2024
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Ian Nepomniachtchi at CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W in 2024. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B92) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 26 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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 white 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 143 of 173.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi played?
At the CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W, round 1.3, on 19 July 2024.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (Black), at CrunchLab Masters Div 1 W in 2024.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B92). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 26 moves (51 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.