Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
Flank Openings (A00) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 64 moves · 3 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDaniil Dubov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventTitled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
- Date3 April 2021
- OpeningFlank Openings (A00)
- Length64 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 31 of 71 between Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov in the Rama Chess database (2015–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws.
Previous game: Dubov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
Next game: Dubov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Daniil Dubov at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Flank Openings (A00) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 64 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.
In the end, 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 Daniil Dubov?
In the 71 games between them in our database (2015 to 2025) Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws. This game is number 31 of 71.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov played?
At the Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, on 3 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Daniil Dubov (Black), at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Flank Openings (ECO code A00). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 64 moves (127 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 Flank Openings collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.