About This Game
Magnus Carlsen and Nagare Kaivalya Sandip met over the board in this middlegame battle at Titled Tue 7th Oct 2025 in 2025. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Vienna Game (C26), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 25 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. 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 Nagare Kaivalya Sandip (Black), at Titled Tue 7th Oct 2025 in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Vienna Game (ECO code C26). 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 25 moves (49 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.