About This Game
In this encounter Michael Kotyk had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 10th Sep Early in 2024. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Slav Defense (D08), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 20 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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.
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After the contest, Magnus Carlsen 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 Michael Kotyk (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 10th Sep Early in 2024.
What opening was played?
The game used Slav Defense (ECO code D08). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 20 moves (40 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 Slav Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.