Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, World Blitz 2009

Grünfeld Defense (D85) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 19 moves · Round 10 · 16 November 2009

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Magnus Carlsen
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Black
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventWorld Blitz 2009
  • Round10
  • Date16 November 2009
  • OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D85)
  • Length19 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 14 of 95 between Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws.

Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedyarov, ½-½ (38th Olympiad, 2008).

Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (World Blitz, 2009).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, World Blitz 2009

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 3.Nc3 d5 4.cxd5 Nxd5 5.e4 Nxc3 6.bxc3 Bg7 7.Be3 c5 8.Qd2 Qa5 9.Rc1 O-O 10.Nf3 e6 11.Be2 Rd8 12.Bg5 Re8 13.O-O Nc6 14.Rfd1 cxd4 15.cxd4 Qxd2 16.Rxd2 Bd7 17.Rb1 b6 18.Ba6 e5 19.dxe5 1-0

A brisk miniature in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at World Blitz in 2009. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

From Grünfeld Defense (D85) the players entered a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.

The game was a sharp, short fight of 19 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.

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.

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After the contest, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?

In the 95 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws. This game is number 14 of 95.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?

At the World Blitz, round 10, on 16 November 2009.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at World Blitz in 2009.

What opening was played?

The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D85). A fight over the centre.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 19 moves (37 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 Grünfeld Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.

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