Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, XXVI SuperGM 2009
Sicilian Defense (B33) · ½-½ (Draw) · 34 moves · Round 5 · 24 February 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlexander Grischuk
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventXXVI SuperGM 2009
- Round5
- Date24 February 2009
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B33)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 9 of 114 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Grischuk in the Rama Chess database (2006–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws.
Previous game: Grischuk vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Tal Memorial Blitz, 2008).
Next game: Carlsen vs Grischuk, 1-0 (XXVI SuperGM, 2009).
The moves of Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, XXVI SuperGM 2009
Alexander Grischuk and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this middlegame battle at XXVI SuperGM in 2009. It was played in round 5. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B33), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
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.
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In the end, the game was drawn between Alexander Grischuk and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Alexander Grischuk?
In the 114 games between them in our database (2006 to 2025) Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws. This game is number 9 of 114.
Where and when was Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the XXVI SuperGM, round 5, on 24 February 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alexander Grischuk (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at XXVI SuperGM in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B33). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Alexander Grischuk and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (67 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.