Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen, Airthings Masters Prelim 2022
King's Indian Defense (E60) · ½-½ (Draw) · 11 moves · Round 11.6 · 21 February 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteDing Liren
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventAirthings Masters Prelim 2022
- Round11.6
- Date21 February 2022
- OpeningKing's Indian Defense (E60)
- Length11 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 112 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, 1-0 (Goldmoney Asian Rapid KO, 2021).
Next game: Liren vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Charity Cup Prelim, 2022).
The moves of Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen, Airthings Masters Prelim 2022
A brisk miniature in which Ding Liren was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Airthings Masters Prelim in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed King's Indian Defense (E60) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 11 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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.
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In the end, the game was drawn between Ding Liren and Magnus Carlsen. 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 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 112 of 129.
Where and when was Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Airthings Masters Prelim, round 11.6, on 21 February 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Ding Liren (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Airthings Masters Prelim in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used King's Indian Defense (ECO code E60). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Ding Liren and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 11 moves (21 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 King's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.