Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, GCT Blitz Paris 2016
Ruy Lopez (C65) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · Round 4.4 · 11 June 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventGCT Blitz Paris 2016
- Round4.4
- Date11 June 2016
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C65)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 86 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 (GCT Rapid Paris 2016, 2016).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, 1-0 (GCT Blitz Paris 2016, 2016).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, GCT Blitz Paris 2016
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Levon Aronian at GCT Blitz Paris 2016 in 2016. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Ruy Lopez (C65), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 86 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the GCT Blitz Paris 2016, round 4.4, on 11 June 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at GCT Blitz Paris 2016 in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C65). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (57 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.