Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen, Saint Louis Blitz 2019
Dutch Defense (A80) · ½-½ (Draw) · 61 moves · Round 18.2 · 14 August 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteRichard Rapport
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSaint Louis Blitz 2019
- Round18.2
- Date14 August 2019
- OpeningDutch Defense (A80)
- Length61 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 5 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: Carlsen vs Rapport, 1-0 (Saint Louis Blitz 2019, 2019).
Next game: Rapport vs Carlsen, ½-½ (9th Norway Armageddon, 2021).
The moves of Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen, Saint Louis Blitz 2019
This marathon sees Richard Rapport take on Magnus Carlsen at Saint Louis Blitz 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Dutch Defense (A80) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 61 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
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After the contest, the game was drawn between Richard Rapport and Magnus Carlsen. 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 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 5 of 28.
Where and when was Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Saint Louis Blitz 2019, round 18.2, on 14 August 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Richard Rapport (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Saint Louis Blitz 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used Dutch Defense (ECO code A80). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Richard Rapport and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 61 moves (121 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 Dutch Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.