Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, World Rapid Final 2012

Ruy Lopez (C76) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 61 moves · Round 8 · 7 July 2012

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Magnus Carlsen
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Black
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventWorld Rapid Final 2012
  • Round8
  • Date7 July 2012
  • OpeningRuy Lopez (C76)
  • Length61 moves
  • Type of eventRapid

This is game 18 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 (VI World Blitz, 2010).

Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (World Blitz Final, 2012).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, World Rapid Final 2012

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 d6 5.c3 Bd7 6.d4 g6 7.O-O Bg7 8.d5 Nce7 9.Bxd7+ Qxd7 10.Be3 h6 11.Nfd2 f5 12.f3 Nf6 13.c4 O-O 14.Nc3 g5 15.c5 Ng6 16.exf5 Qxf5 17.Nde4 Nxe4 18.fxe4 Qxf1+ 19.Qxf1 Rxf1+ 20.Rxf1 dxc5 21.Bxc5 Bf8 22.Be3 Bd6 23.Ne2 Rf8 24.Rc1 Ne7 25.Ng3 b6 26.Nf1 Kf7 27.Nd2 Ke8 28.Rf1 Rxf1+ 29.Kxf1 Kf7 30.Ke2 b5 31.Nb3 c6 32.Bc5 Bxc5 33.Nxc5 cxd5 34.Nxa6 dxe4 35.Nc7 Nf5 36.Kd2 Nh4 37.Nxb5 Nxg2 38.a4 Ke7 39.a5 Kd7 40.Nc3 e3+ 41.Ke2 g4 42.b4 h5 43.a6 Kc6 44.b5+ Kb6 45.Nd5+ Ka7 46.Nf6 Kb6 47.Nd7+ Ka7 48.Nxe5 Nf4+ 49.Kxe3 Ne6 50.Nc6+ Kb6 51.Nd4 Nc7 52.Kf4 Kc5 53.Kg5 Kxd4 54.Kxh5 Nxb5 55.Kxg4 Nc7 56.a7 Kc5 57.h4 Kd6 58.Kf5 Ke7 59.Kg6 Kf8 60.Kf6 Ke8 61.Kg7 1-0

A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at World Rapid Final in 2012. It was played in round 8. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

From Ruy Lopez (C76) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.

At 61 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.

Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.

After the contest, 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 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 18 of 95.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?

At the World Rapid Final, round 8, on 7 July 2012.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at World Rapid Final in 2012.

What opening was played?

The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C76). Classical development and rapid piece play.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 61 moves (121 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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