About This Game
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Christos Krallis at Titled Tue 23rd May Late in 2023. It was played in round 2. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Réti Opening (A05) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 63 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.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Christos Krallis. 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 Christos Krallis (Black), at Titled Tue 23rd May Late in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A05). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Christos Krallis.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 63 moves (125 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.