Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 80th Tata Steel GpA 2018
Ruy Lopez (C95) · ½-½ (Draw) · 32 moves · Round 9.1 · 23 January 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteViswanathan Anand
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event80th Tata Steel GpA 2018
- Round9.1
- Date23 January 2018
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C95)
- Length32 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 108 of 143 between Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws.
Previous game: Anand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (World Blitz 2017, 2017).
Next game: Anand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (GRENKE Chess Classic 2018, 2018).
The moves of Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 80th Tata Steel GpA 2018
A middlegame battle in which Viswanathan Anand was paired against Magnus Carlsen at 80th Tata Steel GpA in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C95), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 32 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
In the end, the game was drawn between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Viswanathan Anand?
In the 143 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws. This game is number 108 of 143.
Where and when was Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 80th Tata Steel GpA, round 9.1, on 23 January 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Viswanathan Anand (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 80th Tata Steel GpA in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C95). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 32 moves (63 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.