Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, 11th London Classic 2019
Sicilian Defense (B95) · 0-1 (Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won) · 82 moves · Round 1.9 · 4 December 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- Result0-1 · Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won
- Event11th London Classic 2019
- Round1.9
- Date4 December 2019
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B95)
- Length82 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 66 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: Vachier-Lagrave vs Carlsen, ½-½ (11th London Classic 2019, 2019).
Next game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, ½-½ (11th London Classic 2019, 2019).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, 11th London Classic 2019
Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave met over the board in this marathon at 11th London Classic 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B95), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 82 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 66 of 208.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave played?
At the 11th London Classic 2019, round 1.9, on 4 December 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (Black), at 11th London Classic 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B95). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 82 moves (164 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.