Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, World Blitz Final KO 2024
Sicilian Defense (B22) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 41 moves · Round 2.3 · 31 December 2024
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackJan-Krzysztof Duda
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz Final KO 2024
- Round2.3
- Date31 December 2024
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B22)
- Length41 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 81 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, 0-1 (Titled Tue 13th Aug Late, 2024).
Next game: Duda vs Carlsen, 0-1 (World Blitz Final KO 2024, 2024).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, World Blitz Final KO 2024
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Jan-Krzysztof Duda at World Blitz Final KO 2024 in 2024. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B22) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 41 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
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 81 of 105.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda played?
At the World Blitz Final KO 2024, round 2.3, on 31 December 2024.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Jan-Krzysztof Duda (Black), at World Blitz Final KO 2024 in 2024.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B22). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 41 moves (81 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.