Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, 5th Sinquefield Cup 2017
Ruy Lopez (C88) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 52 moves · Round 9.1 · 11 August 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackLevon Aronian
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event5th Sinquefield Cup 2017
- Round9.1
- Date11 August 2017
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C88)
- Length52 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 99 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, ½-½ (GCT Blitz YourNextMove, 2017).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, 0-1 (9th London Classic 2017, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian, 5th Sinquefield Cup 2017
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Levon Aronian at 5th Sinquefield Cup 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Ruy Lopez (C88) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 52 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
After the contest, 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 99 of 237.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Levon Aronian played?
At the 5th Sinquefield Cup 2017, round 9.1, on 11 August 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Levon Aronian (Black), at 5th Sinquefield Cup 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C88). 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 52 moves (103 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.