Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Bullet Chess Losers 2023

Queen's Pawn Game (D02) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 18 moves · Round 4.7 · 20 July 2023

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White
Magnus Carlsen
1 – 0
Black
Andrew Tang
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackAndrew Tang
  • Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventBullet Chess Losers 2023
  • Round4.7
  • Date20 July 2023
  • OpeningQueen's Pawn Game (D02)
  • Length18 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 128 of 142 between Magnus Carlsen and Andrew Tang in the Rama Chess database (2014–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 82–45 with 15 draws.

Previous game: Tang vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).

Next game: Tang vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).

The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Bullet Chess Losers 2023

1.d4 d5 2.Nf3 e6 3.g3 Nf6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.O-O O-O 6.b3 b6 7.Bb2 Bb7 8.c4 Nbd7 9.cxd5 Nxd5 10.Nc3 Nxc3 11.Bxc3 c5 12.Qd2 Nf6 13.Qb2 Ne4 14.Ne5 Nxc3 15.Bxb7 Qxd4 16.Nc6 Qf6 17.Nxe7+ Qxe7 18.Bxa8 1-0

In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Andrew Tang at Bullet Chess Losers 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

From Queen's Pawn Game (D02) the players entered a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.

The game was a sharp, short fight of 18 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.

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 Andrew Tang?

In the 142 games between them in our database (2014 to 2025) Carlsen leads 82–45 with 15 draws. This game is number 128 of 142.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang played?

At the Bullet Chess Losers 2023, round 4.7, on 20 July 2023.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Andrew Tang (Black), at Bullet Chess Losers 2023 in 2023.

What opening was played?

The game used Queen's Pawn Game (ECO code D02). A fight over the centre.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 18 moves (35 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 Queen's Pawn Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.

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