Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Supreme Masters 2013

Queen's Gambit Declined (D63) · ½-½ (Draw) · 30 moves · Round 9.2 · 18 May 2013

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White
Levon Aronian
½ – ½
Black
Magnus Carlsen
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteLevon Aronian
  • BlackMagnus Carlsen
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • EventSupreme Masters 2013
  • Round9.2
  • Date18 May 2013
  • OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D63)
  • Length30 moves
  • Type of eventOther events

This is game 62 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, 0-1 (Norway Supreme Masters Blitz 2013, 2013).

Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Sinquefield Cup 2013, 2013).

The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Supreme Masters 2013

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 d5 4.Nc3 Nbd7 5.Bg5 Be7 6.e3 O-O 7.Rc1 a6 8.Qc2 dxc4 9.Bxc4 c5 10.Be2 b5 11.a4 b4 12.Ne4 cxd4 13.Nxf6+ Nxf6 14.Nxd4 Bb7 15.Nc6 Bxc6 16.Qxc6 Rc8 17.Qxc8 Qxc8 18.Rxc8 Rxc8 19.O-O a5 20.b3 Kf8 21.Bxf6 Bxf6 22.Rd1 Rc3 23.Bc4 h5 24.Kf1 Ke7 25.Ke2 Be5 26.h3 h4 27.Rd3 Rc2+ 28.Rd2 Rc3 29.Rd3 Rc2+ 30.Rd2 Rc3 1/2-1/2

A middlegame battle in which Levon Aronian was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Supreme Masters 2013 in 2013. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D63), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.

Lasting 30 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.

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 62 of 237.

Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?

At the Supreme Masters 2013, round 9.2, on 18 May 2013.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Supreme Masters 2013 in 2013.

What opening was played?

The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D63). A fight over the centre.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 30 moves (60 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.

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