Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013
Indian Defenses (A46) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · Round 6.2 · 7 May 2013
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventNorway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013
- Round6.2
- Date7 May 2013
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A46)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 61 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 (FIDE Candidates, 2013).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Supreme Masters 2013, 2013).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013
In this encounter Levon Aronian had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013 in 2013. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A46) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 29 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen 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 61 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013, round 6.2, on 7 May 2013.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013 in 2013.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A46). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (58 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.