Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen, VI World Blitz 2010
English Opening (A37) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 40 moves · Round 33 · 18 November 2010
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteDmitry Andreikin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventVI World Blitz 2010
- Round33
- Date18 November 2010
- OpeningEnglish Opening (A37)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 3 of 34 between Magnus Carlsen and Dmitry Andreikin in the Rama Chess database (2003–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 15–7 with 12 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Andreikin, 1-0 (VI World Blitz, 2010).
Next game: Andreikin vs Carlsen, 1-0 (World Blitz Final, 2012).
The moves of Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen, VI World Blitz 2010
A middlegame battle in which Dmitry Andreikin was paired against Magnus Carlsen at VI World Blitz in 2010. It was played in round 33. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed English Opening (A37) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 40 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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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In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Dmitry Andreikin?
In the 34 games between them in our database (2003 to 2025) Carlsen leads 15–7 with 12 draws. This game is number 3 of 34.
Where and when was Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the VI World Blitz, round 33, on 18 November 2010.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Dmitry Andreikin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at VI World Blitz in 2010.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A37). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (80 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.