Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, 6th Norway Blitz 2018
Réti Opening (A07) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 38 moves · Round 3.1 · 27 May 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackWesley So
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event6th Norway Blitz 2018
- Round3.1
- Date27 May 2018
- OpeningRéti Opening (A07)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 61 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: Carlsen vs So, 1-0 (80th Tata Steel GpA, 2018).
Next game: So vs Carlsen, 1-0 (6th Norway Chess 2018, 2018).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So, 6th Norway Blitz 2018
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Wesley So at 6th Norway Blitz 2018 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Réti Opening (A07) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 38 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, 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 61 of 235.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Wesley So played?
At the 6th Norway Blitz 2018, round 3.1, on 27 May 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Wesley So (Black), at 6th Norway Blitz 2018 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A07). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 38 moves (75 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.