Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, Titled Tue 25th Jul Late 2023
Caro-Kann Defense (B10) · 0-1 (Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won) · 74 moves · Round 8 · 25 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- Result0-1 · Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won
- EventTitled Tue 25th Jul Late 2023
- Round8
- Date25 July 2023
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B10)
- Length74 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 164 of 208 between Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave in the Rama Chess database (2005–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, ½-½ (Global Chess League 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, ½-½ (AI Cup Div 1 W, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, Titled Tue 25th Jul Late 2023
Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave met over the board in this marathon at Titled Tue 25th Jul Late in 2023. It was played in round 8. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Caro-Kann Defense (B10) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 74 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, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?
In the 208 games between them in our database (2005 to 2025) Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws. This game is number 164 of 208.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave played?
At the Titled Tue 25th Jul Late, round 8, on 25 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (Black), at Titled Tue 25th Jul Late in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B10). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 74 moves (148 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.