Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2017
Queen's Gambit Declined (D37) · ½-½ (Draw) · 12 moves · Round 21.1 · 30 December 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventWorld Blitz 2017
- Round21.1
- Date30 December 2017
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D37)
- Length12 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 101 of 237 between Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian in the Rama Chess database (2004–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 82–40 with 115 draws.
Previous game: Aronian vs Carlsen, 0-1 (9th London Classic 2017, 2017).
Next game: Carlsen vs Aronian, ½-½ (GRENKE Chess Classic 2018, 2018).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2017
Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this brisk miniature at World Blitz 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D37), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 12 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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 Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Levon Aronian?
In the 237 games between them in our database (2004 to 2024) Carlsen leads 82–40 with 115 draws. This game is number 101 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Blitz 2017, round 21.1, on 30 December 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Blitz 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D37). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 12 moves (23 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 Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.