Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen, 79th Tata Steel GpA 2017
Queen's Indian Defense (E10) · ½-½ (Draw) · 27 moves · Round 3.1 · 16 January 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteDmitry Andreikin
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event79th Tata Steel GpA 2017
- Round3.1
- Date16 January 2017
- OpeningQueen's Indian Defense (E10)
- Length27 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 9 of 34 between Magnus Carlsen and Dmitry Andreikin in the Rama Chess database (2003–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 15–7 with 12 draws.
Previous game: Andreikin vs Carlsen, 0-1 (World Blitz 2015, 2015).
Next game: Andreikin vs Carlsen, 1-0 (PRO League KO Stage 2017, 2017).
The moves of Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen, 79th Tata Steel GpA 2017
This middlegame battle sees Dmitry Andreikin take on Magnus Carlsen at 79th Tata Steel GpA in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Queen's Indian Defense (E10) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 27 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.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Dmitry Andreikin 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 Dmitry Andreikin?
In the 34 games between them in our database (2003 to 2025) Carlsen leads 15–7 with 12 draws. This game is number 9 of 34.
Where and when was Dmitry Andreikin vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 79th Tata Steel GpA, round 3.1, on 16 January 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Dmitry Andreikin (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 79th Tata Steel GpA in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Indian Defense (ECO code E10). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Dmitry Andreikin and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 27 moves (53 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 Queen's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.