Magnus Carlsen vs Alexey Sarana, 38th ECC Open 2023
Sicilian Defense (B50) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 43 moves · Round 4.2 · 4 October 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAlexey Sarana
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event38th ECC Open 2023
- Round4.2
- Date4 October 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B50)
- Length43 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 11 of 34 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexey Sarana in the Rama Chess database (2019–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 22–5 with 7 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Sarana, 1-0 (Titled Tue 26th Sep Late, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Sarana, 1-0 (Titled Tue 10th Oct Early, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Alexey Sarana, 38th ECC Open 2023
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Alexey Sarana at 38th ECC Open 2023 in 2023. 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.
Running to 43 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.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 Alexey Sarana?
In the 34 games between them in our database (2019 to 2025) Carlsen leads 22–5 with 7 draws. This game is number 11 of 34.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Alexey Sarana played?
At the 38th ECC Open 2023, round 4.2, on 4 October 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Alexey Sarana (Black), at 38th ECC Open 2023 in 2023.
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 white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 43 moves (85 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.