Hikaru Nakamura vs Ray Robson
GM Hikaru Nakamura (2792) · GM Ray Robson (2659)
Hikaru Nakamura and Ray Robson have played 14 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2012 and the most recent in Jul 2026. Nakamura leads 7 wins to 1, with 6 draws (57% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Réti Opening (2 games). The average game between them lasted 51 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Robson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakamura with White | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Robson with White | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Robson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Classical | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Rapid | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Robson |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A06 | Réti Opening | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A08 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A23 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B42 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B76 | Sicilian: Dragon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B77 | Sicilian: Dragon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C28 | Bishop's Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2026 Naroditsky Memorial Rapid & Blitz | Blitz |
| Mar 2025 | R Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Bishop's Opening | American Cup Blitz |
| Mar 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | R Robson | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Champions Showdown Kings |
| Mar 2025 | R Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Italian Game | Champions Showdown Kings |
| Mar 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | R Robson | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Champions Showdown Kings |
| Feb 2023 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | English Opening | PRO League Prelim |
| Oct 2020 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 1-0 | Sicilian | ch-USA |
| Jan 2020 | Hikaru Nakamura | Ray Robson | 1-0 | Réti Opening | PRO League Stage |
| Mar 2019 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Sicilian: Dragon | ch-USA 63rd |
| Apr 2018 | Hikaru Nakamura | Ray Robson | 1/2-1/2 | Scotch Game | ch-USA |
| Mar 2017 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | ch-USA |
| Apr 2016 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | ch-USA |
| Apr 2015 | Ray Robson | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation | ch-USA |
| May 2012 | Hikaru Nakamura | Ray Robson | 1-0 | Sicilian: Dragon | ch-USA |
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What is the head-to-head score between Hikaru Nakamura and Ray Robson?
In 14 recorded games, Hikaru Nakamura has 7 wins, Ray Robson has 1 wins, and they have drawn 6 times.
How many times have Hikaru Nakamura and Ray Robson played each other?
Our database records 14 games between them, from May 2012 to Jul 2026.
What openings do Hikaru Nakamura and Ray Robson play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Réti Opening (2 games), followed by the Réti Opening (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.