Magnus Carlsen vs Vladimir Kramnik, Amber Rapid 2008

Petrov Defense (C42) · ½-½ (Draw) · 66 moves · Round 9 · 25 March 2008

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White
Magnus Carlsen
½ – ½
Black
Vladimir Kramnik
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackVladimir Kramnik
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • EventAmber Rapid 2008
  • Round9
  • Date25 March 2008
  • OpeningPetrov Defense (C42)
  • Length66 moves
  • Type of eventRapid

This is game 9 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, 0-1 (Corus A, 2008).

Next game: Kramnik vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Amber Blindfold, 2008).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Vladimir Kramnik, Amber Rapid 2008

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nf6 3.Nxe5 d6 4.Nc4 Nxe4 5.Nc3 Nxc3 6.bxc3 g6 7.d4 Bg7 8.Bd3 O-O 9.O-O Nd7 10.Qf3 Nb6 11.Ne3 c5 12.dxc5 dxc5 13.a4 Bd7 14.a5 Na4 15.Qxb7 Nxc3 16.Bd2 Be6 17.Bxc3 Bxc3 18.Ra4 Qd7 19.Qxd7 Bxd7 20.Ra3 Bb4 21.Raa1 Bc6 22.a6 Rad8 23.Rfc1 Bc3 24.Rab1 Rfe8 25.Bb5 Re6 26.Bc4 Re4 27.Rd1 Rxd1+ 28.Rxd1 Bd4 29.Bd5 Bxd5 30.Nxd5 Re2 31.c3 Bxf2+ 32.Kf1 Ra2 33.Rb1 Bh4 34.g3 Bg5 35.h4 Bd2 36.Nf6+ Kg7 37.Ne4 Bh6 38.Rb7 Rxa6 39.Nxc5 Rc6 40.Ne4 Re6 41.Nc5 Re5 42.Nd7 Re3 43.Rxa7 Rxg3 44.Ne5 Kf6 45.Nxf7 Be3 46.Rb7 h5 47.Ke2 Bf4 48.c4 Re3+ 49.Kf1 Rc3 50.Nh8 Rxc4 51.Rb6+ Kf5 52.Nxg6 Bg3 53.Kg2 Kg4 54.Rb2 Re4 55.Ra2 Bd6 56.Ra5 Re2+ 57.Kf1 Re6 58.Rg5+ Kf3 59.Rf5+ Kg4 60.Rg5+ Kh3 61.Kf2 Rf6+ 62.Ke2 Bg3 63.Ke3 Re6+ 64.Kf3 Rf6+ 65.Ke3 Re6+ 66.Kf3 1/2-1/2

In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Vladimir Kramnik at Amber Rapid in 2008. It was played in round 9. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

The game opened with Petrov Defense (C42), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.

At 66 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.

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.

In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik. 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 9 of 72.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Vladimir Kramnik played?

At the Amber Rapid, round 9, on 25 March 2008.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Vladimir Kramnik (Black), at Amber Rapid in 2008.

What opening was played?

The game used Petrov Defense (ECO code C42). Classical development and rapid piece play.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 66 moves (131 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.

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