Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021
Sicilian Defense (B40) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 38 moves · Round 1.13 · 31 August 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackJan-Krzysztof Duda
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventAimchess US Rapid KO 2021
- Round1.13
- Date31 August 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B40)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 21 of 105 between Magnus Carlsen and Jan-Krzysztof Duda in the Rama Chess database (2015–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 50–17 with 38 draws.
Previous game: Duda vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
Next game: Duda vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Jan-Krzysztof Duda at Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B40), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 38 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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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 Jan-Krzysztof Duda?
In the 105 games between them in our database (2015 to 2025) Carlsen leads 50–17 with 38 draws. This game is number 21 of 105.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda played?
At the Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, round 1.13, on 31 August 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Jan-Krzysztof Duda (Black), at Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B40). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 38 moves (75 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.