Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO 2021

English Opening (A22) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 32 moves · Round 3.11 · 3 July 2021

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Magnus Carlsen
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Black
Ding Liren
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackDing Liren
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventGoldmoney Asian Rapid KO 2021
  • Round3.11
  • Date3 July 2021
  • OpeningEnglish Opening (A22)
  • Length32 moves
  • Type of eventRapid

This is game 105 of 129 between Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren in the Rama Chess database (2015–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 43–22 with 64 draws.

Previous game: Liren vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO, 2021).

Next game: Liren vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO, 2021).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO 2021

1.c4 Nf6 2.Nc3 e5 3.e3 Nc6 4.Qb3 Bb4 5.Nd5 Bc5 6.d3 O-O 7.Nf3 d6 8.Nc3 Ne7 9.Be2 Ng6 10.O-O Re8 11.Bd2 h6 12.Rfd1 Bb6 13.Ne4 c6 14.Bc3 Nh7 15.Bb4 d5 16.cxd5 cxd5 17.Nd6 Re6 18.Nxc8 Rxc8 19.Rac1 Nf6 20.g3 Rc7 21.Bf1 Qc8 22.Rxc7 Qxc7 23.Bc3 Re8 24.Rc1 Qd7 25.Bg2 Qf5 26.Rd1 e4 27.dxe4 dxe4 28.Nd2 Ng4 29.Rf1 Nxf2 30.Nc4 Nh3+ 31.Bxh3 Qxh3 32.Nxb6 1-0

Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren met over the board in this middlegame battle at Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

From English Opening (A22) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.

Lasting 32 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.

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 Ding Liren?

In the 129 games between them in our database (2015 to 2024) Carlsen leads 43–22 with 64 draws. This game is number 105 of 129.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren played?

At the Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO, round 3.11, on 3 July 2021.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ding Liren (Black), at Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO in 2021.

What opening was played?

The game used English Opening (ECO code A22). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 32 moves (63 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?

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