Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand, 4th Kings Tournament 2010
Queen's Gambit Declined (D43) · ½-½ (Draw) · 40 moves · Round 3 · 16 June 2010
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackBoris Gelfand
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event4th Kings Tournament 2010
- Round3
- Date16 June 2010
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D43)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 21 of 45 between Magnus Carlsen and Boris Gelfand in the Rama Chess database (2005–2022). In all their games Carlsen leads 19–5 with 21 draws.
Previous game: Gelfand vs Carlsen, 0-1 (19th Amber Rapid, 2010).
Next game: Gelfand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (4th Kings Tournament, 2010).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand, 4th Kings Tournament 2010
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Boris Gelfand at 4th Kings Tournament in 2010. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D43), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
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.
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, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Boris Gelfand. 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 Boris Gelfand?
In the 45 games between them in our database (2005 to 2022) Carlsen leads 19–5 with 21 draws. This game is number 21 of 45.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand played?
At the 4th Kings Tournament, round 3, on 16 June 2010.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Boris Gelfand (Black), at 4th Kings Tournament in 2010.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D43). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Boris Gelfand.
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 Queen's Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.