About This Game
In this encounter Ju Polgar had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 13th GrenkeLeasing Rapid WCh in 2008. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B78), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 44 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.
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After the contest, 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 Ju Polgar (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 13th GrenkeLeasing Rapid WCh in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B78). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 44 moves (88 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.