Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Legends of Chess Prelim 2020
Sicilian Defense (B51) · ½-½ (Draw) · 42 moves · Round 6.4 · 26 July 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDing Liren
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventLegends of Chess Prelim 2020
- Round6.4
- Date26 July 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B51)
- Length42 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 77 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 (Chessable Masters Final 8, 2020).
Next game: Liren vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Legends of Chess Prelim, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren, Legends of Chess Prelim 2020
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Ding Liren at Legends of Chess Prelim in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B51), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 42 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.
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 77 of 129.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ding Liren played?
At the Legends of Chess Prelim, round 6.4, on 26 July 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ding Liren (Black), at Legends of Chess Prelim in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B51). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Ding Liren.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 42 moves (84 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.