Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2025
Sicilian Defense (B50) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 19 moves · Round 1.2 · 13 October 2025
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteJose Martinez
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2025
- Round1.2
- Date13 October 2025
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B50)
- Length19 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 52 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: Carlsen vs Martinez, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2025, 2025).
Next game: Martinez vs Carlsen, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2025, 2025).
The moves of Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2025
A brisk miniature in which Jose Martinez was paired against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com SpeedChess 2025 in 2025. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B50), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 19 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 52 of 56.
Where and when was Jose Martinez vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2025, round 1.2, on 13 October 2025.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Jose Martinez (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2025 in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B50). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 19 moves (38 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.