Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Rapid YourNextMove 2016
Sicilian Defense (B90) · ½-½ (Draw) · 38 moves · Round 1.1 · 17 June 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteWesley So
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventGCT Rapid YourNextMove 2016
- Round1.1
- Date17 June 2016
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B90)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 9 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 (GCT Blitz Paris 2016, 2016).
Next game: Carlsen vs So, 1-0 (GCT Blitz YourNextMove, 2016).
The moves of Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Rapid YourNextMove 2016
This middlegame battle sees Wesley So take on Magnus Carlsen at GCT Rapid YourNextMove in 2016. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B90), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Wesley So 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 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 9 of 235.
Where and when was Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the GCT Rapid YourNextMove, round 1.1, on 17 June 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Wesley So (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at GCT Rapid YourNextMove in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B90). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Wesley So and Magnus Carlsen.
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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.