About This Game
Magnus Carlsen and I Salgado Lopez met over the board in this brisk miniature at MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with French Defense (C00), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 20 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 Magnus Carlsen (White) and I Salgado Lopez (Black), at MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used French Defense (ECO code C00). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 20 moves (39 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 French Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.