Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky, World Blitz 2007
Modern Defense (B06) · 0-1 (Gata Kamsky won) · 35 moves · Round 4 · 21 November 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackGata Kamsky
- Result0-1 · Gata Kamsky won
- EventWorld Blitz 2007
- Round4
- Date21 November 2007
- OpeningModern Defense (B06)
- Length35 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 7 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: Carlsen vs Kamsky, ½-½ (Tal Mem, 2007).
Next game: Kamsky vs Carlsen, 0-1 (World Blitz, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky, World Blitz 2007
Magnus Carlsen and Gata Kamsky met over the board in this middlegame battle at World Blitz in 2007. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Modern Defense (B06) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 35 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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After the contest, Gata Kamsky won with the black pieces. 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 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 7 of 26.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Gata Kamsky played?
At the World Blitz, round 4, on 21 November 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Gata Kamsky (Black), at World Blitz in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Modern Defense (ECO code B06). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Gata Kamsky won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 35 moves (70 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 Modern Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.