Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, WCh Candidates s/f 2007
Queen's Indian Defense (E12) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 84 moves · Round 10 · 3 June 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWCh Candidates s/f 2007
- Round10
- Date3 June 2007
- OpeningQueen's Indian Defense (E12)
- Length84 moves
- Type of eventKnockout tie-breaks
This is game 21 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, ½-½ (WCh Candidates s/f, 2007).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, 1-0 (WCh Candidates s/f, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, WCh Candidates s/f 2007
Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian met over the board in this marathon at WCh Candidates s/f in 2007. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Queen's Indian Defense (E12) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
At 84 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 21 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the WCh Candidates s/f, round 10, on 3 June 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 Queen's Indian Defense (ECO code E12). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 84 moves (167 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 Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.