Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Blitz Paris 2016
Two Knights Defense (C55) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 55 moves · Round 5.3 · 11 June 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladimir Kramnik
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventGCT Blitz Paris 2016
- Round5.3
- Date11 June 2016
- OpeningTwo Knights Defense (C55)
- Length55 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 52 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, 1-0 (GCT Rapid Paris 2016, 2016).
Next game: Carlsen vs Kramnik, 1-0 (GCT Blitz Paris 2016, 2016).
The moves of Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, GCT Blitz Paris 2016
This full-length game sees Vladimir Kramnik take on Magnus Carlsen at GCT Blitz Paris 2016 in 2016. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Two Knights Defense (C55) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 55 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 52 of 72.
Where and when was Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the GCT Blitz Paris 2016, round 5.3, on 11 June 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladimir Kramnik (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at GCT Blitz Paris 2016 in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Two Knights Defense (ECO code C55). 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 55 moves (110 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 Two Knights Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.