Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Meltwater Tour Final 2022
Grünfeld Defense (D78) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 35 moves · Round 3.1 · 16 November 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventMeltwater Tour Final 2022
- Round3.1
- Date16 November 2022
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D78)
- Length35 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 84 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 (Aimchess Rapid Prelim, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Mamedyarov, 1-0 (Meltwater Tour Final 2022, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Meltwater Tour Final 2022
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at Meltwater Tour Final 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Grünfeld Defense (D78) — a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 35 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.
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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 84 of 95.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?
At the Meltwater Tour Final 2022, round 3.1, on 16 November 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at Meltwater Tour Final 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 35 moves (69 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.