Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky, 18th Amber Blindfold 2009
Slav Defense (D15) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 34 moves · Round 1 · 14 March 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackGata Kamsky
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event18th Amber Blindfold 2009
- Round1
- Date14 March 2009
- OpeningSlav Defense (D15)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 16 of 26 between Magnus Carlsen and Gata Kamsky in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 11–7 with 8 draws.
Previous game: Kamsky vs Carlsen, 1-0 (18th Amber Rapid, 2009).
Next game: Carlsen vs Kamsky, ½-½ (74th Tata Steel GMA, 2012).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky, 18th Amber Blindfold 2009
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Gata Kamsky at 18th Amber Blindfold in 2009. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Slav Defense (D15), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
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.
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 Gata Kamsky?
In the 26 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 11–7 with 8 draws. This game is number 16 of 26.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky played?
At the 18th Amber Blindfold, round 1, on 14 March 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Gata Kamsky (Black), at 18th Amber Blindfold in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Slav Defense (ECO code D15). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
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 Slav Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.