Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, 11th Norway Chess 2023
French Defense (C11) · 1-0 (Fabiano Caruana won) · 35 moves · Round 1.1 · 30 May 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteFabiano Caruana
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Fabiano Caruana won
- Event11th Norway Chess 2023
- Round1.1
- Date30 May 2023
- OpeningFrench Defense (C11)
- Length35 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 144 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, 0-1 (11th Norway Blitz 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Caruana, ½-½ (Titled Tue 13th Jun Early, 2023).
The moves of Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, 11th Norway Chess 2023
In this encounter Fabiano Caruana had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 11th Norway Chess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with French Defense (C11), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 35 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Fabiano Caruana won with the white 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 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 144 of 216.
Where and when was Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 11th Norway Chess 2023, round 1.1, on 30 May 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Fabiano Caruana (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 11th Norway Chess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used French Defense (ECO code C11). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Fabiano Caruana won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 35 moves (69 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 French Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.