About This Game
D Howell and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this marathon at Chess Classic in 2009. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B22) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 79 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between D Howell and Magnus Carlsen. 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 D Howell (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Chess Classic in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B22). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between D Howell and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 79 moves (157 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.