Carlsen, Magnus – Aronian, Levon

2863 2020 · White wins (resignation, time or agreement) · View this game on Lichess

Reigning World Champion Magnus Carlsen, holder of the all-time Elo rating record, takes on Levon Aronian, the elegant Armenian super-GM celebrated for his extraordinary tactical vision and almost artistic style of play. Aronian spent years ranked among the world’s top five and is widely considered one of the most entertaining players to watch. Their encounter in the Petrov Defense highlights Carlsen’s remarkable ability to create imbalances even from the most drawish of positions.