About This Game
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Samuel Sevian at MrDodgy Inv 3 Finals in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Catalan Opening (E04) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 34 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, 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 Samuel Sevian (Black), at MrDodgy Inv 3 Finals in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E04). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (67 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.