Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen, 12th Norway Chess 2024
Catalan Opening (E06) · ½-½ (Draw) · 14 moves · Round 1.1 · 27 May 2024
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteDing Liren
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event12th Norway Chess 2024
- Round1.1
- Date27 May 2024
- OpeningCatalan Opening (E06)
- Length14 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 127 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 (12th Norway Armageddon, 2024).
Next game: Carlsen vs Liren, 1-0 (12th Norway Chess 2024, 2024).
The moves of Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen, 12th Norway Chess 2024
A brisk miniature in which Ding Liren was paired against Magnus Carlsen at 12th Norway Chess 2024 in 2024. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Catalan Opening (E06), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 14 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.
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 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 127 of 129.
Where and when was Ding Liren vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 12th Norway Chess 2024, round 1.1, on 27 May 2024.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Ding Liren (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 12th Norway Chess 2024 in 2024.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E06). 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 14 moves (27 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.