Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, FIDE Steinitz Mem Open 2020
Philidor Defense (C41) · ½-½ (Draw) · 40 moves · Round 17.5 · 17 May 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDaniil Dubov
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventFIDE Steinitz Mem Open 2020
- Round17.5
- Date17 May 2020
- OpeningPhilidor Defense (C41)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 7 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, 1-0 (FIDE Steinitz Mem Open, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Dubov, 0-1 (Lindores Abbey Prelim, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, FIDE Steinitz Mem Open 2020
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Daniil Dubov at FIDE Steinitz Mem Open in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Philidor Defense (C41) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 40 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, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov. 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 7 of 71.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov played?
At the FIDE Steinitz Mem Open, round 17.5, on 17 May 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Daniil Dubov (Black), at FIDE Steinitz Mem Open in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Philidor Defense (ECO code C41). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (80 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 Philidor Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.