Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, chess.com Speed 2020
Sicilian Defense (B50) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 77 moves · Round 3.27 · 12 December 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com Speed 2020
- Round3.27
- Date12 December 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B50)
- Length77 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 99 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, 1-0 (chess.com Speed 2020, 2020).
Next game: Vachier-Lagrave vs Carlsen, 1-0 (chess.com Speed 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, chess.com Speed 2020
A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Maxime Vachier-Lagrave at chess.com Speed 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B50), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 77 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.
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In the end, 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 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 99 of 208.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave played?
At the chess.com Speed 2020, round 3.27, on 12 December 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (Black), at chess.com Speed 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B50). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 77 moves (153 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.