Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, 9th London Classic 2017
Réti Opening (A04) · 0-1 (Ian Nepomniachtchi won) · 40 moves · Round 8.1 · 10 December 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackIan Nepomniachtchi
- Result0-1 · Ian Nepomniachtchi won
- Event9th London Classic 2017
- Round8.1
- Date10 December 2017
- OpeningRéti Opening (A04)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 15 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 (5th Sinquefield Cup 2017, 2017).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, 1-0 (World Rapid 2017, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, 9th London Classic 2017
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Ian Nepomniachtchi at 9th London Classic 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Réti Opening (A04) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 40 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
In the end, Ian Nepomniachtchi 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 15 of 173.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi played?
At the 9th London Classic 2017, round 8.1, on 10 December 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (Black), at 9th London Classic 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A04). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Ian Nepomniachtchi won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (80 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.