About This Game
This full-length game sees V Malakhov take on Magnus Carlsen at WCC Places 9-12 in 2005. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Two Knights Defense (C55), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 49 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
Who played this game?
This game was played between V Malakhov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at WCC Places 9-12 in 2005.
What opening was played?
The game used Two Knights Defense (ECO code C55). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 49 moves (98 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 Two Knights Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.