Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin, 6th Norway Blitz 2018
Flank Openings (A00) · ½-½ (Draw) · 36 moves · Round 1.1 · 27 May 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackSergey Karjakin
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event6th Norway Blitz 2018
- Round1.1
- Date27 May 2018
- OpeningFlank Openings (A00)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 76 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, ½-½ (Vugar Gashimov Mem 2018, 2018).
Next game: Karjakin vs Carlsen, ½-½ (6th Norway Chess 2018, 2018).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin, 6th Norway Blitz 2018
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Sergey Karjakin at 6th Norway Blitz 2018 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Flank Openings (A00), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 36 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin. 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 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 76 of 95.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Sergey Karjakin played?
At the 6th Norway Blitz 2018, round 1.1, on 27 May 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Sergey Karjakin (Black), at 6th Norway Blitz 2018 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Flank Openings (ECO code A00). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 36 moves (71 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 Flank Openings collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.