Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 23rd May Late 2023
Indian Defenses (A46) · 1-0 (Fabiano Caruana won) · 74 moves · Round 10 · 23 May 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteFabiano Caruana
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Fabiano Caruana won
- EventTitled Tue 23rd May Late 2023
- Round10
- Date23 May 2023
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A46)
- Length74 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 142 of 216 between Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana in the Rama Chess database (2010–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 99–35 with 82 draws.
Previous game: Caruana vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Titled Tue 18th Apr Late, 2023).
Next game: Caruana vs Carlsen, 0-1 (11th Norway Blitz 2023, 2023).
The moves of Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 23rd May Late 2023
In this encounter Fabiano Caruana had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 23rd May Late in 2023. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A46) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 74 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, Fabiano Caruana 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
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana?
In the 216 games between them in our database (2010 to 2025) Carlsen leads 99–35 with 82 draws. This game is number 142 of 216.
Where and when was Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Titled Tue 23rd May Late, round 10, on 23 May 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Fabiano Caruana (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 23rd May Late in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A46). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Fabiano Caruana won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 74 moves (147 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.