Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
Queen's Pawn Game (D02) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · 3 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackEric Hansen
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventTitled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
- Date3 April 2021
- OpeningQueen's Pawn Game (D02)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 4 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 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
Next game: Hansen vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Aimchess US Rapid Prelim, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Eric Hansen at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Queen's Pawn Game (D02) — a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 29 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 4 of 32.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Eric Hansen played?
At the Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, on 3 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Eric Hansen (Black), at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Pawn Game (ECO code D02). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (57 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 Pawn Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.