Leinier Dominguez vs Magnus Carlsen, 19th Amber Blindfold 2010
Catalan Opening (E06) · ½-½ (Draw) · 50 moves · Round 9 · 23 March 2010
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLeinier Dominguez
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event19th Amber Blindfold 2010
- Round9
- Date23 March 2010
- OpeningCatalan Opening (E06)
- Length50 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 13 of 32 between Magnus Carlsen and Leinier Dominguez in the Rama Chess database (2007–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 12–3 with 17 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Dominguez, 1-0 (Corus A, 2010).
Next game: Carlsen vs Dominguez, 1-0 (19th Amber Rapid, 2010).
The moves of Leinier Dominguez vs Magnus Carlsen, 19th Amber Blindfold 2010
Leinier Dominguez and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this full-length game at 19th Amber Blindfold in 2010. It was played in round 9. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Catalan Opening (E06) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Running to 50 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Leinier Dominguez and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Leinier Dominguez?
In the 32 games between them in our database (2007 to 2025) Carlsen leads 12–3 with 17 draws. This game is number 13 of 32.
Where and when was Leinier Dominguez vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 19th Amber Blindfold, round 9, on 23 March 2010.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Leinier Dominguez (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 19th Amber Blindfold in 2010.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E06). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Leinier Dominguez and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 50 moves (99 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.