About This Game
This brisk miniature sees Andrey Esipenko take on Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 16th Sep 2025 in 2025. It was played in round 11. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B41) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 19 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
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 Andrey Esipenko (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 16th Sep 2025 in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B41). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 19 moves (38 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.