Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, SuperUnited Blitz 2022
Grünfeld Defense (D78) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 34 moves · Round 7.2 · 23 July 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventSuperUnited Blitz 2022
- Round7.2
- Date23 July 2022
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D78)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 81 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, 1-0 (SuperUnited Rapid 2022, 2022).
Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (SuperUnited Blitz 2022, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, SuperUnited Blitz 2022
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at SuperUnited Blitz 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.
Lasting 34 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
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 81 of 95.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?
At the SuperUnited Blitz 2022, round 7.2, on 23 July 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at SuperUnited Blitz 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 34 moves (67 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.