Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, San Fermin Masters Final 2021
Four Knights Game (C47) · 0-1 (Levon Aronian won) · 30 moves · Round 3.5 · 11 July 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result0-1 · Levon Aronian won
- EventSan Fermin Masters Final 2021
- Round3.5
- Date11 July 2021
- OpeningFour Knights Game (C47)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 190 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 (San Fermin Masters Final, 2021).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, 0-1 (San Fermin Masters Final, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, San Fermin Masters Final 2021
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Levon Aronian at San Fermin Masters Final in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Four Knights Game (C47) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 30 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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In the end, 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 190 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the San Fermin Masters Final, round 3.5, on 11 July 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at San Fermin Masters Final in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Four Knights Game (ECO code C47). 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 30 moves (59 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 Four Knights Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.