About This Game
A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Wang Yue at XXII Rapid KO in 2009. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed English Opening (A30) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 81 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wang Yue. 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 Magnus Carlsen (White) and Wang Yue (Black), at XXII Rapid KO in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A30). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wang Yue.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 81 moves (162 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 English Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.