Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann, SpeedChess Final 2024

Indian Defenses (A48) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 25 moves · Round 1.23 · 6 September 2024

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White
Magnus Carlsen
1 – 0
Black
Hans Niemann
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackHans Niemann
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventSpeedChess Final 2024
  • Round1.23
  • Date6 September 2024
  • OpeningIndian Defenses (A48)
  • Length25 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 36 of 58 between Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann in the Rama Chess database (2022–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 34–14 with 10 draws.

Previous game: Niemann vs Carlsen, 0-1 (SpeedChess Final 2024, 2024).

Next game: Carlsen vs Niemann, 1-0 (SpeedChess Final 2024, 2024).

The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann, SpeedChess Final 2024

1.d4 Nf6 2.Bf4 g6 3.Nf3 Bg7 4.e3 O-O 5.Be2 b6 6.O-O Bb7 7.a4 d6 8.a5 Nbd7 9.a6 Bc8 10.Nc3 Nh5 11.Bg5 h6 12.Bh4 g5 13.Nd2 gxh4 14.Bxh5 c6 15.Bf3 d5 16.e4 e6 17.Ne2 Qg5 18.Re1 Kh8 19.Ra3 Nf6 20.g3 Bd7 21.e5 Ng8 22.Bg2 hxg3 23.Rxg3 Qe7 24.Nf4 Qh4 25.Nh5 1-0

In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Hans Niemann at SpeedChess Final 2024 in 2024. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

The game opened with Indian Defenses (A48), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.

Lasting 25 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, 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 Hans Niemann?

In the 58 games between them in our database (2022 to 2025) Carlsen leads 34–14 with 10 draws. This game is number 36 of 58.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann played?

At the SpeedChess Final 2024, round 1.23, on 6 September 2024.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hans Niemann (Black), at SpeedChess Final 2024 in 2024.

What opening was played?

The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A48). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 25 moves (49 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.

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