Alexey Sarana vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 22nd Apr Late 2025
Dutch Defense (A84) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 64 moves · Round 11 · 22 April 2025
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlexey Sarana
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventTitled Tue 22nd Apr Late 2025
- Round11
- Date22 April 2025
- OpeningDutch Defense (A84)
- Length64 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 25 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: Sarana vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Titled Tue 25th Mar Late, 2025).
Next game: Sarana vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Titled Tue 17th Jun Early, 2025).
The moves of Alexey Sarana vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Tue 22nd Apr Late 2025
A marathon in which Alexey Sarana was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Titled Tue 22nd Apr Late in 2025. It was played in round 11. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Dutch Defense (A84) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 64 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
When the dust settled, 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 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 25 of 34.
Where and when was Alexey Sarana vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Titled Tue 22nd Apr Late, round 11, on 22 April 2025.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alexey Sarana (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Tue 22nd Apr Late in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Dutch Defense (ECO code A84). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 64 moves (128 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.