About This Game
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Wang Hao at Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013 in 2013. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B50), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 64 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.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wang Hao. 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 Hao (Black), at Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013 in 2013.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B50). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Wang Hao.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 64 moves (128 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.