Peter Svidler vs Magnus Carlsen, 34th ECC Open 2018
Caro-Kann Defense (B15) · ½-½ (Draw) · 58 moves · Round 7.1 · 18 October 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhitePeter Svidler
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event34th ECC Open 2018
- Round7.1
- Date18 October 2018
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B15)
- Length58 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 44 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: Svidler vs Carlsen, ½-½ (51st Biel GM 2018, 2018).
Next game: Carlsen vs Svidler, 1-0 (World Blitz 2018, 2018).
The moves of Peter Svidler vs Magnus Carlsen, 34th ECC Open 2018
In this encounter Peter Svidler had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 34th ECC Open 2018 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Caro-Kann Defense (B15), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 58 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.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Peter Svidler and Magnus Carlsen. 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 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 44 of 61.
Where and when was Peter Svidler vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 34th ECC Open 2018, round 7.1, on 18 October 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Peter Svidler (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 34th ECC Open 2018 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B15). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Peter Svidler and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 58 moves (115 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 Caro-Kann Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.