Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, 5th Final Masters 2012
Ruy Lopez (C65) · ½-½ (Draw) · 48 moves · Round 4 · 28 September 2012
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event5th Final Masters 2012
- Round4
- Date28 September 2012
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C65)
- Length48 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 55 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 (7th Mikhail Tal Memorial, 2012).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (5th Final Masters, 2012).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, 5th Final Masters 2012
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Levon Aronian at 5th Final Masters in 2012. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Ruy Lopez (C65) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 48 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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, 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 55 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the 5th Final Masters, round 4, on 28 September 2012.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at 5th Final Masters in 2012.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C65). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 48 moves (95 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.