Magnus Carlsen vs Vassily Ivanchuk, Aerosvit 2008
King's Indian Defense (E97) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 46 moves · Round 1 · 8 June 2008
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackVassily Ivanchuk
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventAerosvit 2008
- Round1
- Date8 June 2008
- OpeningKing's Indian Defense (E97)
- Length46 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 14 of 75 between Magnus Carlsen and Vassily Ivanchuk in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 24–18 with 33 draws.
Previous game: Ivanchuk vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Amber Rapid, 2008).
Next game: Ivanchuk vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Tal Memorial Blitz, 2008).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Vassily Ivanchuk, Aerosvit 2008
This full-length game sees Magnus Carlsen take on Vassily Ivanchuk at Aerosvit in 2008. It was played in round 1. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From King's Indian Defense (E97) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Running to 46 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, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 Vassily Ivanchuk?
In the 75 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 24–18 with 33 draws. This game is number 14 of 75.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Vassily Ivanchuk played?
At the Aerosvit, round 1, on 8 June 2008.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Vassily Ivanchuk (Black), at Aerosvit in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used King's Indian Defense (ECO code E97). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 46 moves (91 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.