Magnus Carlsen in the Ruy Lopez

The current world champion has shown he is one of the best in the Ruy Lopez, especially with the Black pieces.

after all, Magnus Carlsen won a critical game against Anand in 2013 in his world championship match in India.

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But let's take a look at 3 games showing he has kept playing this opening and developed his understanding against the very top players.

Magnus defeated Alireza Firouzja with Black after 1e4 e5 2Nf3 Nc6 3Bb5

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Carlsen has used the spanish opening at key stages of his career.

For instance, in his tie-break game against Sergey Karjakin with Black

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Magnus can use the Ruy Lopez to play for a win.

For instance he defeated Bacrot in the 2021 World cup.

Here's the position after d6-d5!

Magnus is ready to sacrifice the pawn on e5 in the style of the Marshall Attack.

Bacrot eventually took the pawn on e5 but lost the game.

Here's the crucial moment where Magnus outplayed his opponent