Magnus Carlsen vs Olexandr Bortnyk, Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late 2022
Philidor Defense (C41) · 0-1 (Olexandr Bortnyk won) · 63 moves · Round 9 · 23 August 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackOlexandr Bortnyk
- Result0-1 · Olexandr Bortnyk won
- EventTitled Tue 23rd Aug Late 2022
- Round9
- Date23 August 2022
- OpeningPhilidor Defense (C41)
- Length63 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 13 of 51 between Magnus Carlsen and Olexandr Bortnyk in the Rama Chess database (2017–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 25–10 with 16 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Bortnyk, 1-0 (Katara Bullet Final 2021, 2021).
Next game: Bortnyk vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Titled Tue 27th Sep Early, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Olexandr Bortnyk, Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late 2022
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Olexandr Bortnyk at Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late in 2022. It was played in round 9. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Philidor Defense (C41) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
At 63 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, Olexandr Bortnyk 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
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Olexandr Bortnyk?
In the 51 games between them in our database (2017 to 2025) Carlsen leads 25–10 with 16 draws. This game is number 13 of 51.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Olexandr Bortnyk played?
At the Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late, round 9, on 23 August 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Olexandr Bortnyk (Black), at Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Philidor Defense (ECO code C41). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Olexandr Bortnyk won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 63 moves (126 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 Philidor Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.