Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014
Ruy Lopez (C67) · 1-0 (Fabiano Caruana won) · 53 moves · Round 4.2 · 23 April 2014
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteFabiano Caruana
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Fabiano Caruana won
- EventVugar Gashimov Mem 2014
- Round4.2
- Date23 April 2014
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C67)
- Length53 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 19 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 (Zurich CC Rapid 2014, 2014).
Next game: Carlsen vs Caruana, 1-0 (Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014, 2014).
The moves of Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen, Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014
A full-length game in which Fabiano Caruana was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014 in 2014. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C67), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 53 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
After the contest, 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 19 of 216.
Where and when was Fabiano Caruana vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014, round 4.2, on 23 April 2014.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Fabiano Caruana (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Vugar Gashimov Mem 2014 in 2014.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C67). 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 53 moves (105 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.