Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, 10th Norway Chess 2022
Grünfeld Defense (D85) · ½-½ (Draw) · 79 moves · Round 8.1 · 9 June 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event10th Norway Chess 2022
- Round8.1
- Date9 June 2022
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D85)
- Length79 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 127 of 208 between Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave in the Rama Chess database (2005–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, 1-0 (10th Norway Armageddon, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, ½-½ (SuperUnited Rapid 2022, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, 10th Norway Chess 2022
A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Maxime Vachier-Lagrave at 10th Norway Chess 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Grünfeld Defense (D85) the players entered a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
At 79 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?
In the 208 games between them in our database (2005 to 2025) Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws. This game is number 127 of 208.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave played?
At the 10th Norway Chess 2022, round 8.1, on 9 June 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (Black), at 10th Norway Chess 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D85). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 79 moves (157 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 Grünfeld Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.