Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Sicilian Defense (B92) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 27 moves · Round 3.3 · 19 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackWesley So
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round3.3
- Date19 September 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B92)
- Length27 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 202 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 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: So vs Carlsen, ½-½ (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Wesley So at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B92), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 27 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.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 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 202 of 235.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 3.3, on 19 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Wesley So (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B92). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 27 moves (53 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.