Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin, 8th Tal Mem Blitz 2013
Slav Defense (D11) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 43 moves · Round 6 · 12 June 2013
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackSergey Karjakin
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event8th Tal Mem Blitz 2013
- Round6
- Date12 June 2013
- OpeningSlav Defense (D11)
- Length43 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 37 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: Karjakin vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Supreme Masters 2013, 2013).
Next game: Karjakin vs Carlsen, ½-½ (8th Tal Memorial, 2013).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin, 8th Tal Mem Blitz 2013
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Sergey Karjakin at 8th Tal Mem Blitz in 2013. It was played in round 6. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Slav Defense (D11), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 43 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, 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 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 37 of 95.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin played?
At the 8th Tal Mem Blitz, round 6, on 12 June 2013.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Sergey Karjakin (Black), at 8th Tal Mem Blitz in 2013.
What opening was played?
The game used Slav Defense (ECO code D11). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 43 moves (86 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.