Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2007
English Opening (A17) · 1-0 (Vladimir Kramnik won) · 49 moves · Round 5 · 21 November 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladimir Kramnik
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Vladimir Kramnik won
- EventWorld Blitz 2007
- Round5
- Date21 November 2007
- OpeningEnglish Opening (A17)
- Length49 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 6 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: Kramnik vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Tal Mem, 2007).
Next game: Carlsen vs Kramnik, ½-½ (World Blitz, 2007).
The moves of Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2007
In this encounter Vladimir Kramnik had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at World Blitz in 2007. It was played in round 5. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From English Opening (A17) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 49 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.
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, Vladimir Kramnik won with the white 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 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 6 of 72.
Where and when was Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Blitz, round 5, on 21 November 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladimir Kramnik (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Blitz in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A17). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Vladimir Kramnik won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 49 moves (97 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 English Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.