Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, Sparkassen GM 2007
Catalan Opening (E05) · 1-0 (Vladimir Kramnik won) · 30 moves · Round 4 · 27 June 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladimir Kramnik
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Vladimir Kramnik won
- EventSparkassen GM 2007
- Round4
- Date27 June 2007
- OpeningCatalan Opening (E05)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 4 of 72 between Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik in the Rama Chess database (2007–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 27–13 with 32 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Kramnik, ½-½ (Amber Blindfold, 2007).
Next game: Kramnik vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Tal Mem, 2007).
The moves of Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, Sparkassen GM 2007
A middlegame battle in which Vladimir Kramnik was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Sparkassen GM in 2007. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Catalan Opening (E05), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 30 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, Vladimir Kramnik 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 Vladimir Kramnik?
In the 72 games between them in our database (2007 to 2024) Carlsen leads 27–13 with 32 draws. This game is number 4 of 72.
Where and when was Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Sparkassen GM, round 4, on 27 June 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladimir Kramnik (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Sparkassen GM in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E05). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Vladimir Kramnik won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (59 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.