Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Kings Tournament 2011
Caro-Kann Defense (B12) · ½-½ (Draw) · 35 moves · Round 4 · 14 June 2011
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteSergey Karjakin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event5th Kings Tournament 2011
- Round4
- Date14 June 2011
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B12)
- Length35 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 25 of 95 between Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin in the Rama Chess database (2005–2021). In all their games Carlsen leads 33–15 with 47 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Karjakin, 1-0 (20th Amber Rapid, 2011).
Next game: Carlsen vs Karjakin, ½-½ (5th Kings Tournament, 2011).
The moves of Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Kings Tournament 2011
Sergey Karjakin and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this middlegame battle at 5th Kings Tournament in 2011. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Caro-Kann Defense (B12) 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Sergey Karjakin and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Sergey Karjakin?
In the 95 games between them in our database (2005 to 2021) Carlsen leads 33–15 with 47 draws. This game is number 25 of 95.
Where and when was Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 5th Kings Tournament, round 4, on 14 June 2011.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Sergey Karjakin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 5th Kings Tournament in 2011.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B12). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Sergey Karjakin and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 35 moves (69 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 Caro-Kann Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.