Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
Grünfeld Defense (D97) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 34 moves · Round 4.1 · 16 September 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventSaint Louis Rapid 2020
- Round4.1
- Date16 September 2020
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D97)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 142 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 (Clutch Chess Showdown Int, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Aronian, 1-0 (Saint Louis Blitz 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Levon Aronian at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Grünfeld Defense (D97) — a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 34 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.
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After the contest, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 142 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the Saint Louis Rapid 2020, round 4.1, on 16 September 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D97). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (67 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 Grünfeld Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.