Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, 10th Norway Chess 2022
Grünfeld Defense (D78) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 56 moves · Round 6.1 · 6 June 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event10th Norway Chess 2022
- Round6.1
- Date6 June 2022
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D78)
- Length56 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 79 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: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (10th Norway Blitz 2022, 2022).
Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, 1-0 (SuperUnited Rapid 2022, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, 10th Norway Chess 2022
This full-length game sees Magnus Carlsen take on Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at 10th Norway Chess 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Grünfeld Defense (D78), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 56 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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When the dust settled, 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 79 of 95.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?
At the 10th Norway Chess 2022, round 6.1, on 6 June 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at 10th Norway Chess 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D78). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 56 moves (112 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.