About This Game
This marathon sees Andrii Punin take on Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 14th Oct 2025 in 2025. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B20) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 72 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, 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 Andrii Punin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 14th Oct 2025 in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B20). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 72 moves (144 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.