Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand, Tal Memorial 2009
Queen's Gambit Declined (D39) · ½-½ (Draw) · 36 moves · Round 6 · 11 November 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackViswanathan Anand
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventTal Memorial 2009
- Round6
- Date11 November 2009
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D39)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 33 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: Carlsen vs Anand, ½-½ (18th Amber Rapid, 2009).
Next game: Carlsen vs Anand, 1-0 (World Blitz, 2009).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand, Tal Memorial 2009
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Viswanathan Anand at Tal Memorial in 2009. It was played in round 6. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D39), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 36 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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After the contest, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 33 of 143.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand played?
At the Tal Memorial, round 6, on 11 November 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Viswanathan Anand (Black), at Tal Memorial in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D39). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 36 moves (71 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?
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