Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov, Match of the Hopes 2007

Ruy Lopez (C63) · ½-½ (Draw) · 77 moves · Round 3 · 18 May 2007

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White
Magnus Carlsen
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Black
Teimour Radjabov
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackTeimour Radjabov
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • EventMatch of the Hopes 2007
  • Round3
  • Date18 May 2007
  • OpeningRuy Lopez (C63)
  • Length77 moves
  • Type of eventOther events

This is game 10 of 84 between Magnus Carlsen and Teimour Radjabov in the Rama Chess database (2006–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 27–11 with 46 draws.

Previous game: Carlsen vs Radjabov, 1-0 (Match of the Hopes, 2007).

Next game: Radjabov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Match of the Hopes, 2007).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov, Match of the Hopes 2007

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 f5 4.d3 fxe4 5.dxe4 Nf6 6.O-O Bc5 7.Qe2 d6 8.Qc4 Qe7 9.Nc3 Bd7 10.Bg5 a6 11.Bxc6 bxc6 12.Be3 Bxe3 13.fxe3 Qf7 14.Nd2 O-O 15.Qxf7+ Kxf7 16.Nc4 Ke7 17.Na5 Rab8 18.Rab1 c5 19.a3 Bb5 20.Rf3 Bd7 21.Rff1 Rb6 22.Nc4 Rb7 23.Na5 Rbb8 24.b4 cxb4 25.axb4 Rb6 26.Nd5+ Nxd5 27.exd5 Rxf1+ 28.Kxf1 c6 29.dxc6 Bxc6 30.c4 Be4 31.Rb2 Ke6 32.Ke1 Rb8 33.b5 axb5 34.cxb5 Ra8 35.Nc4 Ra4 36.Nd2 Bb7 37.b6 Kd7 38.Rc2 Bc6 39.Rb2 Bb7 40.Rc2 Ra1+ 41.Kf2 Bc6 42.Rb2 Ra8 43.Nc4 Rb8 44.Rd2 Ke7 45.Nxd6 Bd7 46.Nc4 Be6 47.Nxe5 Rxb6 48.Nf3 Rb8 49.h4 h6 50.Rd4 Rb2+ 51.Nd2 Rb5 52.g4 Rb8 53.Nf3 Rb3 54.g5 hxg5 55.Nxg5 Bf5 56.Rf4 Bg6 57.Nf3 Rb2+ 58.Kg3 Re2 59.Rg4 Kf6 60.Kf4 Rf2 61.Rg5 Bc2 62.e4 Bd1 63.Rf5+ Ke7 64.Kg3 Re2 65.Re5+ Kf6 66.Rd5 Bc2 67.e5+ Ke7 68.Nd4 Re3+ 69.Kf2 Rd3 70.e6 g6 71.Rd7+ Kf6 72.e7 Kf7 73.Rd8 Kxe7 74.Nc6+ Kf6 75.Rxd3 Bxd3 76.Ke3 g5 77.hxg5+ Kxg5 1/2-1/2

This marathon sees Magnus Carlsen take on Teimour Radjabov at Match of the Hopes in 2007. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C63), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.

At 77 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.

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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When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Teimour Radjabov. 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 Teimour Radjabov?

In the 84 games between them in our database (2006 to 2025) Carlsen leads 27–11 with 46 draws. This game is number 10 of 84.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov played?

At the Match of the Hopes, round 3, on 18 May 2007.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Teimour Radjabov (Black), at Match of the Hopes in 2007.

What opening was played?

The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C63). Classical development and rapid piece play.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Teimour Radjabov.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 77 moves (154 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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