Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana, VI World Blitz 2010
Slav Defense (D18) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · Round 26.1 · 17 November 2010
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackFabiano Caruana
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventVI World Blitz 2010
- Round26.1
- Date17 November 2010
- OpeningSlav Defense (D18)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 3 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 (VI World Blitz, 2010).
Next game: Carlsen vs Caruana, 1-0 (Biel ACCENTUS GM, 2011).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana, VI World Blitz 2010
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Fabiano Caruana at VI World Blitz in 2010. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Slav Defense (D18), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 29 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen 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 3 of 216.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana played?
At the VI World Blitz, round 26.1, on 17 November 2010.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Fabiano Caruana (Black), at VI World Blitz in 2010.
What opening was played?
The game used Slav Defense (ECO code D18). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (58 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?
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