About This Game
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against De Garrido at Titled Tue 15th Apr Early in 2025. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed English Opening (A15) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 17 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 De Garrido (Black), at Titled Tue 15th Apr Early in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A15). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 17 moves (33 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 English Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.