The Opera Game
ProPaul Morphy vs Duke of Brunswick & Count Isouard
The Opera Game
1858
Paris Opera House
IntermediateMorphy demonstrates rapid development and piece coordination against two consulting opponents during an opera performance.
Result: 1-0 - Checkmate by White
Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.
Reveal position every
33 moves
Key Moments
- #22Morphy castles queenside, activating the rook
- #24First rook sacrifice
- #30The stunning queen sacrifice!
- #32Smothered-style checkmate with the rook