Magnus Carlsen vs Denis Lazavik, Chess.com Classic Div 1 W 2024

Catalan Opening (E06) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 70 moves · Round 2.1 · 11 May 2024

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White
Magnus Carlsen
1 – 0
Black
Denis Lazavik
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackDenis Lazavik
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventChess.com Classic Div 1 W 2024
  • Round2.1
  • Date11 May 2024
  • OpeningCatalan Opening (E06)
  • Length70 moves
  • Type of eventRapid

This is game 14 of 37 between Magnus Carlsen and Denis Lazavik in the Rama Chess database (2022–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 17–8 with 12 draws.

Previous game: Lazavik vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Chess.com Classic Div 1 W, 2024).

Next game: Lazavik vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Chess.com Classic Div 1 W, 2024).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Denis Lazavik, Chess.com Classic Div 1 W 2024

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 d5 4.g3 Be7 5.Bg2 O-O 6.O-O dxc4 7.h4 c5 8.dxc5 Bxc5 9.Qc2 Nbd7 10.Nc3 Qc7 11.Bf4 e5 12.Bd2 h6 13.a4 a6 14.Ne4 Nxe4 15.Qxe4 Rb8 16.a5 b5 17.axb6 Qxb6 18.Bc3 Bb7 19.Qf5 e4 20.Qxd7 exf3 21.Qg4 Qg6 22.Bxf3 Bxf3 23.exf3 Qxg4 24.fxg4 Bb4 25.Rxa6 Bxc3 26.bxc3 Rb3 27.Rc1 Re8 28.Kg2 Re2 29.Rc6 Rbb2 30.Rf1 Rec2 31.Rc8+ Kh7 32.Rxc4 Rb3 33.Rf4 f6 34.Ra1 Rbxc3 35.Raa4 Rc7 36.Rfe4 Rd7 37.Ra5 Rcd2 38.Raa4 Rc2 39.Rf4 Rcd2 40.Rfb4 Re2 41.Rb8 Rdd2 42.Rf4 Re7 43.Rb5 Red7 44.Rff5 Kg6 45.g5 hxg5 46.hxg5 Re7 47.gxf6 gxf6 48.Rf4 Rd6 49.Rg4+ Kf7 50.Rh5 Re2 51.Rh7+ Ke6 52.Rf4 Ra2 53.g4 Ra5 54.Kg3 Re5 55.Ra4 Rd3+ 56.f3 Ree3 57.Ra6+ Rd6 58.Ra4 Rdd3 59.Rf4 Rd6 60.Rf5 Re5 61.Rxe5+ Kxe5 62.f4+ Ke6 63.f5+ Ke5 64.Re7+ Kd5 65.g5 fxg5 66.Kg4 Rd8 67.f6 Rg8 68.f7 Rf8 69.Kxg5 Kd6 70.Kf6 1-0

A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Denis Lazavik at Chess.com Classic Div 1 W in 2024. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

Play followed Catalan Opening (E06) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.

At 70 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.

When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen 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 Denis Lazavik?

In the 37 games between them in our database (2022 to 2025) Carlsen leads 17–8 with 12 draws. This game is number 14 of 37.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Denis Lazavik played?

At the Chess.com Classic Div 1 W, round 2.1, on 11 May 2024.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Denis Lazavik (Black), at Chess.com Classic Div 1 W in 2024.

What opening was played?

The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E06). A strategic battle of structure and activity.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 70 moves (139 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?

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