Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, 11th London Classic 2019
French Defense (C16) · ½-½ (Draw) · 56 moves · Round 2.7 · 8 December 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event11th London Classic 2019
- Round2.7
- Date8 December 2019
- OpeningFrench Defense (C16)
- Length56 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 124 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, 1-0 (11th London Classic 2019, 2019).
Next game: Carlsen vs Aronian, 0-1 (11th London Classic 2019, 2019).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, 11th London Classic 2019
In this encounter Levon Aronian had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 11th London Classic 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From French Defense (C16) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 56 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, the game was drawn between Levon Aronian 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 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 124 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 11th London Classic 2019, round 2.7, on 8 December 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 11th London Classic 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used French Defense (ECO code C16). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 56 moves (112 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 French Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.