Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen
20. Amber Blindfold, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2774)
- Black
- Magnus Carlsen (2815)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 20. Amber Blindfold
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2774) and Magnus Carlsen (2815) was played at 20. Amber Blindfold in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (ECO E48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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