Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz Final 2012
Ruy Lopez (C67) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 47 moves · Round 14 · 9 July 2012
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteSergey Karjakin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz Final 2012
- Round14
- Date9 July 2012
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C67)
- Length47 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 30 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 (World Rapid Final, 2012).
Next game: Carlsen vs Karjakin, 1-0 (World Blitz Final, 2012).
The moves of Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz Final 2012
This full-length game sees Sergey Karjakin take on Magnus Carlsen at World Blitz Final in 2012. It was played in round 14. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C67), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 47 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 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 30 of 95.
Where and when was Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Blitz Final, round 14, on 9 July 2012.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Sergey Karjakin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Blitz Final in 2012.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C67). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 47 moves (94 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.