Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen, SuperUnited Rapid 2023
Sicilian Defense (B30) · ½-½ (Draw) · 45 moves · Round 7.3 · 7 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteRichard Rapport
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSuperUnited Rapid 2023
- Round7.3
- Date7 July 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B30)
- Length45 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 17 of 28 between Magnus Carlsen and Richard Rapport in the Rama Chess database (2017–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 16–4 with 8 draws.
Previous game: Rapport vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Superbet Blitz 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Rapport, 1-0 (SuperUnited Blitz 2023, 2023).
The moves of Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen, SuperUnited Rapid 2023
This full-length game sees Richard Rapport take on Magnus Carlsen at SuperUnited Rapid 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B30) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 45 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Richard Rapport and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Richard Rapport?
In the 28 games between them in our database (2017 to 2024) Carlsen leads 16–4 with 8 draws. This game is number 17 of 28.
Where and when was Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the SuperUnited Rapid 2023, round 7.3, on 7 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Richard Rapport (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at SuperUnited Rapid 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B30). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Richard Rapport and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 45 moves (89 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.