Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen, Opera Euro Rapid Prelim 2021
Queen's Gambit Declined (D30) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 42 moves · Round 11.7 · 8 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVidit Gujrathi
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventOpera Euro Rapid Prelim 2021
- Round11.7
- Date8 February 2021
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D30)
- Length42 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 8 of 46 between Magnus Carlsen and Vidit Gujrathi in the Rama Chess database (2016–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 24–6 with 16 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Gujrathi, 1-0 (Skilling Open Prelim, 2020).
Next game: Gujrathi vs Carlsen, ½-½ (NIC Classic Prelim 2021, 2021).
The moves of Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen, Opera Euro Rapid Prelim 2021
In this encounter Vidit Gujrathi had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Opera Euro Rapid Prelim in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D30), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 42 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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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 Vidit Gujrathi?
In the 46 games between them in our database (2016 to 2024) Carlsen leads 24–6 with 16 draws. This game is number 8 of 46.
Where and when was Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Opera Euro Rapid Prelim, round 11.7, on 8 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vidit Gujrathi (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Opera Euro Rapid Prelim in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D30). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 42 moves (84 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 Queen's Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.