Magnus Carlsen vs Anatoly Karpov, World Blitz 2007
Petrov Defense (C42) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 36 moves · Round 28 · 22 November 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnatoly Karpov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz 2007
- Round28
- Date22 November 2007
- OpeningPetrov Defense (C42)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 3 of 7 between Magnus Carlsen and Anatoly Karpov in the Rama Chess database (2006–2009). In all their games Carlsen leads 5–1 with 1 draw.
Previous game: Karpov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (World Blitz, 2007).
Next game: Carlsen vs Karpov, 1-0 (Tal Memorial Blitz, 2008).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anatoly Karpov, World Blitz 2007
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Anatoly Karpov at World Blitz in 2007. It was played in round 28. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Petrov Defense (C42) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
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.
After the contest, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 Anatoly Karpov?
In the 7 games between them in our database (2006 to 2009) Carlsen leads 5–1 with 1 draw. This game is number 3 of 7.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anatoly Karpov played?
At the World Blitz, round 28, on 22 November 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anatoly Karpov (Black), at World Blitz in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Petrov Defense (ECO code C42). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
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 Petrov Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.