Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, FTX Crypto Cup 2022
Ruy Lopez (C65) · 0-1 (Jan-Krzysztof Duda won) · 34 moves · Round 5.2 · 19 August 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackJan-Krzysztof Duda
- Result0-1 · Jan-Krzysztof Duda won
- EventFTX Crypto Cup 2022
- Round5.2
- Date19 August 2022
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C65)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 48 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: Carlsen vs Duda, 1-0 (FTX Crypto Cup 2022, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Duda, 1-0 (Julius Baer GenCup Prelim, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, FTX Crypto Cup 2022
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Jan-Krzysztof Duda at FTX Crypto Cup 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Ruy Lopez (C65) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 34 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, Jan-Krzysztof Duda won with the black pieces. 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 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 48 of 105.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda played?
At the FTX Crypto Cup 2022, round 5.2, on 19 August 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Jan-Krzysztof Duda (Black), at FTX Crypto Cup 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C65). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Jan-Krzysztof Duda won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (68 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.