Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
Slav Defense (D06) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 32 moves · Round 1.11 · 17 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackEric Hansen
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventBullet Chess Winners 2023
- Round1.11
- Date17 July 2023
- OpeningSlav Defense (D06)
- Length32 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 22 of 32 between Magnus Carlsen and Eric Hansen in the Rama Chess database (2017–2023). In all their games Carlsen leads 28–2 with 2 draws.
Previous game: Hansen vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Winners 2023, 2023).
Next game: Hansen vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Winners 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Eric Hansen at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Slav Defense (D06), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 32 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.
After the contest, 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 Eric Hansen?
In the 32 games between them in our database (2017 to 2023) Carlsen leads 28–2 with 2 draws. This game is number 22 of 32.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen played?
At the Bullet Chess Winners 2023, round 1.11, on 17 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Eric Hansen (Black), at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Slav Defense (ECO code D06). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 32 moves (63 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 Slav Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.