Veselin Topalov vs Magnus Carlsen, Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
Sicilian Defense (B33) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 28 moves · Round 13.1 · 12 May 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVeselin Topalov
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventCote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
- Round13.1
- Date12 May 2019
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B33)
- Length28 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 52 of 58 between Magnus Carlsen and Veselin Topalov in the Rama Chess database (2007–2022). In all their games Carlsen leads 29–6 with 23 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Topalov, 1-0 (Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019, 2019).
Next game: Carlsen vs Topalov, 1-0 (10th Norway Blitz 2022, 2022).
The moves of Veselin Topalov vs Magnus Carlsen, Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
This middlegame battle sees Veselin Topalov take on Magnus Carlsen at Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B33) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 28 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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In the end, 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 Veselin Topalov?
In the 58 games between them in our database (2007 to 2022) Carlsen leads 29–6 with 23 draws. This game is number 52 of 58.
Where and when was Veselin Topalov vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019, round 13.1, on 12 May 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Veselin Topalov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B33). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 28 moves (56 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.