Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, Corus A 2009
Queen's Gambit Declined (D45) · ½-½ (Draw) · 65 moves · Round 4 · 20 January 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventCorus A 2009
- Round4
- Date20 January 2009
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D45)
- Length65 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 31 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 (Grand Slam Final, 2008).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (XXVI SuperGM, 2009).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, Corus A 2009
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Levon Aronian at Corus A in 2009. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D45), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
At 65 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.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian. 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 31 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the Corus A, round 4, on 20 January 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at Corus A in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D45). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 65 moves (129 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 Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.