Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020

Scandinavian Defense (B01) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 28 moves · Round 3.8 · 1 February 2020

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White
Rauf Mamedov
0 – 1
Black
Magnus Carlsen
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteRauf Mamedov
  • BlackMagnus Carlsen
  • Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
  • Round3.8
  • Date1 February 2020
  • OpeningScandinavian Defense (B01)
  • Length28 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 10 of 33 between Magnus Carlsen and Rauf Mamedov in the Rama Chess database (2010–2023). In all their games Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws.

Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedov, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).

Next game: Mamedov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).

The moves of Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020

1.e4 d5 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 Qd6 4.d4 Nf6 5.Nf3 a6 6.Ne5 Nc6 7.Nxc6 Qxc6 8.d5 Qd6 9.Bc4 b5 10.Bb3 Bb7 11.Qf3 b4 12.Bf4 e5 13.Ne4 Nxe4 14.Qxe4 O-O-O 15.Be3 Bxd5 16.Qg4+ Qe6 17.Qe2 Be7 18.O-O Kb7 19.Rfd1 Bxb3 20.axb3 Rxd1+ 21.Rxd1 Rd8 22.Ra1 f5 23.g3 g5 24.c4 Qc6 25.Ra5 f4 26.Bd2 Bc5 27.Be1 f3 28.Qxe5 Re8 0-1

A middlegame battle in which Rauf Mamedov was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

The game opened with Scandinavian Defense (B01), 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.

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.

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After the contest, 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 Rauf Mamedov?

In the 33 games between them in our database (2010 to 2023) Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws. This game is number 10 of 33.

Where and when was Rauf Mamedov vs Magnus Carlsen played?

At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 3.8, on 1 February 2020.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Rauf Mamedov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020.

What opening was played?

The game used Scandinavian Defense (ECO code B01). 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 Scandinavian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.

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