Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Scandinavian Defense (B01) · 1-0 (Rauf Mamedov won) · 52 moves · Round 3.10 · 1 February 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteRauf Mamedov
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Rauf Mamedov won
- EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
- Round3.10
- Date1 February 2020
- OpeningScandinavian Defense (B01)
- Length52 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 16 of 33 between Magnus Carlsen and Rauf Mamedov in the Rama Chess database (2010–2023). In all their games Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedov, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Mamedov, 0-1 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
The moves of Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
This full-length game sees Rauf Mamedov take on Magnus Carlsen at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Scandinavian Defense (B01) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 52 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.
In the end, Rauf Mamedov 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 Rauf Mamedov?
In the 33 games between them in our database (2010 to 2023) Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws. This game is number 16 of 33.
Where and when was Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 3.10, on 1 February 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Rauf Mamedov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Scandinavian Defense (ECO code B01). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Rauf Mamedov won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 52 moves (103 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 Scandinavian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.