Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30 2017
Ruy Lopez (C90) · ½-½ (Draw) · 54 moves · Round 1 · 11 November 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDing Liren
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventCarlsen-Ding Showdown G30 2017
- Round1
- Date11 November 2017
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C90)
- Length54 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 3 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: Carlsen vs Liren, ½-½ (78th Tata Steel GpA, 2016).
Next game: Liren vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30 2017
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Ding Liren at Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30 in 2017. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Ruy Lopez (C90) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 54 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, 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 3 of 129.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren played?
At the Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30, round 1, on 11 November 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ding Liren (Black), at Carlsen-Ding Showdown G30 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C90). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 54 moves (108 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.