Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, WCh Candidates s/f 2007
Ruy Lopez (C84) · 0-1 (Levon Aronian won) · 36 moves · Round 1 · 27 May 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result0-1 · Levon Aronian won
- EventWCh Candidates s/f 2007
- Round1
- Date27 May 2007
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C84)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 12 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: Carlsen vs Aronian, ½-½ (Amber Rapid, 2007).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (WCh Candidates s/f, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, WCh Candidates s/f 2007
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Levon Aronian at WCh Candidates s/f in 2007. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C84), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 36 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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When the dust settled, Levon Aronian won with the black pieces. 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 12 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the WCh Candidates s/f, round 1, on 27 May 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at WCh Candidates s/f in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C84). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Levon Aronian won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 36 moves (72 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.