About This Game
A marathon in which Kirill Shevchenko was paired against Magnus Carlsen at MrDodgy Inv 3 Finals in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed English Opening (A15) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 71 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, Kirill Shevchenko 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 Kirill Shevchenko (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at MrDodgy Inv 3 Finals in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A15). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Kirill Shevchenko won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 71 moves (141 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.