Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Svidler, 6th Tal Memorial 2011
Grünfeld Defense (D86) · ½-½ (Draw) · 53 moves · Round 6 · 22 November 2011
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackPeter Svidler
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event6th Tal Memorial 2011
- Round6
- Date22 November 2011
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D86)
- Length53 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 28 of 61 between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Svidler in the Rama Chess database (2006–2021). In all their games Carlsen leads 20–8 with 33 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Svidler, 1-0 (VI World Blitz, 2010).
Next game: Svidler vs Carlsen, ½-½ (World Rapid Final, 2012).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Svidler, 6th Tal Memorial 2011
This full-length game sees Magnus Carlsen take on Peter Svidler at 6th Tal Memorial in 2011. It was played in round 6. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Grünfeld Defense (D86), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 53 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Svidler. 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 Peter Svidler?
In the 61 games between them in our database (2006 to 2021) Carlsen leads 20–8 with 33 draws. This game is number 28 of 61.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Svidler played?
At the 6th Tal Memorial, round 6, on 22 November 2011.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Peter Svidler (Black), at 6th Tal Memorial in 2011.
What opening was played?
The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D86). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Svidler.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 53 moves (106 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 Grünfeld Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.