Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich, World Rapid Final 2012
French Defense (C11) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 44 moves · Round 2 · 6 July 2012
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAlexander Morozevich
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Rapid Final 2012
- Round2
- Date6 July 2012
- OpeningFrench Defense (C11)
- Length44 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 26 of 32 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Morozevich in the Rama Chess database (2006–2016). In all their games Carlsen leads 9–8 with 15 draws.
Previous game: Morozevich vs Carlsen, ½-½ (7th Mikhail Tal Memorial, 2012).
Next game: Morozevich vs Carlsen, 1-0 (World Blitz Final, 2012).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich, World Rapid Final 2012
Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Morozevich met over the board in this full-length game at World Rapid Final in 2012. It was played in round 2. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From French Defense (C11) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 44 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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. 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 Alexander Morozevich?
In the 32 games between them in our database (2006 to 2016) Carlsen leads 9–8 with 15 draws. This game is number 26 of 32.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich played?
At the World Rapid Final, round 2, on 6 July 2012.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Alexander Morozevich (Black), at World Rapid Final in 2012.
What opening was played?
The game used French Defense (ECO code C11). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 44 moves (87 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 French Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.