Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Global Chess League 2023
Sicilian Defense (B58) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 40 moves · Round 9.1 · 30 June 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackJan-Krzysztof Duda
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventGlobal Chess League 2023
- Round9.1
- Date30 June 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B58)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 65 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 (Global Chess League 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Duda, 1-0 (SuperUnited Rapid 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Global Chess League 2023
Magnus Carlsen and Jan-Krzysztof Duda met over the board in this middlegame battle at Global Chess League 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B58), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 40 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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 65 of 105.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda played?
At the Global Chess League 2023, round 9.1, on 30 June 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Jan-Krzysztof Duda (Black), at Global Chess League 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B58). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (79 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.