About This Game
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against A Mikaelyan at Titled Tue 7th Feb Late in 2023. It was played in round 11. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Vienna Game (C25) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 40 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and A Mikaelyan (Black), at Titled Tue 7th Feb Late in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Vienna Game (ECO code C25). 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 40 moves (79 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 Vienna Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.