Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov, Match of the Hopes 2007
Dutch Defense (A80) · 0-1 (Teimour Radjabov won) · 34 moves · Round 5 · 18 May 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackTeimour Radjabov
- Result0-1 · Teimour Radjabov won
- EventMatch of the Hopes 2007
- Round5
- Date18 May 2007
- OpeningDutch Defense (A80)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 12 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: Radjabov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Match of the Hopes, 2007).
Next game: Carlsen vs Radjabov, 1-0 (GM, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov, Match of the Hopes 2007
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Teimour Radjabov at Match of the Hopes in 2007. It was played in round 5. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Dutch Defense (A80), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 34 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Teimour Radjabov won with the black pieces. 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 12 of 84.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Teimour Radjabov played?
At the Match of the Hopes, round 5, 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 Dutch Defense (ECO code A80). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Teimour Radjabov won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (68 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 Dutch Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.