Classic game · 2004White won

Carlsen's Tactic

White

Magnus Carlsen

vs

Black

Sipke Ernst

A young Carlsen beat Ernst in a sharp miniature, flashing the tactical clarity that would later support his world title run.

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White
Magnus Carlsen
Black
Sipke Ernst
Year
2004
Result
White won · 1-0

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Carlsen's early win over Ernst showed the tactical clarity that would later support his world title run.

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