Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 20th May Late 2025
English Opening (A36) · 1-0 (Jose Martinez won) · 40 moves · Round 7 · 20 May 2025
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteJose Martinez
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Jose Martinez won
- EventTitled Tue 20th May Late 2025
- Round7
- Date20 May 2025
- OpeningEnglish Opening (A36)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 31 of 56 between Magnus Carlsen and Jose Martinez in the Rama Chess database (2022–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 35–18 with 3 draws.
Previous game: Martinez vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Titled Tue 13th May Early, 2025).
Next game: Martinez vs Carlsen, 0-1 (chess.com SpeedChess 2025, 2025).
The moves of Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 20th May Late 2025
In this encounter Jose Martinez had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 20th May Late in 2025. It was played in round 7. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with English Opening (A36), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 40 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, Jose Martinez 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 Jose Martinez?
In the 56 games between them in our database (2022 to 2025) Carlsen leads 35–18 with 3 draws. This game is number 31 of 56.
Where and when was Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Titled Tue 20th May Late, round 7, on 20 May 2025.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Jose Martinez (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 20th May Late in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A36). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Jose Martinez won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (79 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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