Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen, Skilling Open Prelim 2020
Nimzo-Indian Defense (E36) · ½-½ (Draw) · 21 moves · Round 14.7 · 24 November 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteWesley So
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSkilling Open Prelim 2020
- Round14.7
- Date24 November 2020
- OpeningNimzo-Indian Defense (E36)
- Length21 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 95 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 (Chess24 Banter Final 2020, 2020).
Next game: So vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Skilling Open KO 2020, 2020).
The moves of Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen, Skilling Open Prelim 2020
This middlegame battle sees Wesley So take on Magnus Carlsen at Skilling Open Prelim in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Nimzo-Indian Defense (E36) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 21 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.
In the end, 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 95 of 235.
Where and when was Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Skilling Open Prelim, round 14.7, on 24 November 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Wesley So (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Skilling Open Prelim in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E36). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Wesley So and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 21 moves (42 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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.