About This Game
This full-length game sees Magnus Carlsen take on Daniel Dardha at Titled Tue 25th Jul Late in 2023. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B23) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 41 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
When the dust settled, Daniel Dardha won with the black 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 Daniel Dardha (Black), at Titled Tue 25th Jul Late in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B23). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Daniel Dardha won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 41 moves (82 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.