Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5 2017
Réti Opening (A04) · ½-½ (Draw) · 50 moves · Round 1 · 14 November 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDing Liren
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventCarlsen-Ding Showdown G5 2017
- Round1
- Date14 November 2017
- OpeningRéti Opening (A04)
- Length50 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 21 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, 0-1 (Carlsen-Ding Showdown G10, 2017).
Next game: Liren vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5 2017
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Ding Liren at Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5 in 2017. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Réti Opening (A04) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 50 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.
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 Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren. 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 21 of 129.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren played?
At the Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5, round 1, on 14 November 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ding Liren (Black), at Carlsen-Ding Showdown G5 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A04). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 50 moves (99 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.