Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, WCh Rapid TB 2016
Ruy Lopez (C84) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 38 moves · Round 3 · 30 November 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteSergey Karjakin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWCh Rapid TB 2016
- Round3
- Date30 November 2016
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C84)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 62 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, ½-½ (WCh Rapid TB 2016, 2016).
Next game: Carlsen vs Karjakin, 1-0 (WCh Rapid TB 2016, 2016).
The moves of Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, WCh Rapid TB 2016
This middlegame battle sees Sergey Karjakin take on Magnus Carlsen at WCh Rapid TB 2016 in 2016. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C84), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 38 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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After the contest, 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 62 of 95.
Where and when was Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the WCh Rapid TB 2016, round 3, on 30 November 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Sergey Karjakin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at WCh Rapid TB 2016 in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C84). 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 38 moves (76 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.