Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, Vugar Gashimov Mem 2019
Sicilian Defense (B33) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 39 moves · Round 8.3 · 8 April 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteSergey Karjakin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventVugar Gashimov Mem 2019
- Round8.3
- Date8 April 2019
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B33)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 79 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 (6th Sinquefield Cup 2018, 2018).
Next game: Karjakin vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Cote d'Ivoire Rapid 2019, 2019).
The moves of Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen, Vugar Gashimov Mem 2019
This middlegame battle sees Sergey Karjakin take on Magnus Carlsen at Vugar Gashimov Mem 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B33), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 39 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.
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 79 of 95.
Where and when was Sergey Karjakin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Vugar Gashimov Mem 2019, round 8.3, on 8 April 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Sergey Karjakin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Vugar Gashimov Mem 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B33). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 39 moves (78 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.