Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Katara Bullet Final 2020
Old Indian Defense (A50) · 1-0 (Andrew Tang won) · 10 moves · Round 3.2 · 26 August 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAndrew Tang
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Andrew Tang won
- EventKatara Bullet Final 2020
- Round3.2
- Date26 August 2020
- OpeningOld Indian Defense (A50)
- Length10 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 13 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, 0-1 (Katara Bullet Final 2020, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Tang, 1-0 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
The moves of Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Katara Bullet Final 2020
A brisk miniature in which Andrew Tang was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Katara Bullet Final 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Old Indian Defense (A50) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 10 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Andrew Tang won with the white pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 13 of 142.
Where and when was Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Katara Bullet Final 2020, round 3.2, on 26 August 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Andrew Tang (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Katara Bullet Final 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Old Indian Defense (ECO code A50). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Andrew Tang won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 10 moves (19 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 Old Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.