Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, XXVI SuperGM 2009
Catalan Opening (E06) · ½-½ (Draw) · 37 moves · Round 1 · 19 February 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventXXVI SuperGM 2009
- Round1
- Date19 February 2009
- OpeningCatalan Opening (E06)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 32 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 (Corus A, 2009).
Next game: Carlsen vs Aronian, 0-1 (XXVI SuperGM, 2009).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, XXVI SuperGM 2009
A middlegame battle in which Levon Aronian was paired against Magnus Carlsen at XXVI SuperGM in 2009. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Catalan Opening (E06) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 37 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, 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 32 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the XXVI SuperGM, round 1, on 19 February 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at XXVI SuperGM in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E06). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 37 moves (73 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.