Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, NIC Classic Prelim 2021
Ruy Lopez (C67) · ½-½ (Draw) · 31 moves · Round 14.6 · 26 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackWesley So
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventNIC Classic Prelim 2021
- Round14.6
- Date26 April 2021
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C67)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 124 of 235 between Magnus Carlsen and Wesley So in the Rama Chess database (2015–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 100–33 with 102 draws.
Previous game: So vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen Inv KO, 2021).
Next game: So vs Carlsen, 1-0 (FTX Crypto Cup KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, NIC Classic Prelim 2021
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Wesley So at NIC Classic Prelim 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Ruy Lopez (C67) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 31 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wesley So. 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 Wesley So?
In the 235 games between them in our database (2015 to 2025) Carlsen leads 100–33 with 102 draws. This game is number 124 of 235.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So played?
At the NIC Classic Prelim 2021, round 14.6, on 26 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Wesley So (Black), at NIC Classic Prelim 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C67). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wesley So.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (61 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.