Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
Benoni Defense (A56) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 36 moves · Round 8 · 22 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAndrew Tang
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventCarlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
- Round8
- Date22 February 2021
- OpeningBenoni Defense (A56)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 21 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: Carlsen vs Tang, 0-1 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Tang, 0-1 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
The moves of Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
In this encounter Andrew Tang had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021. It was played in round 8. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Benoni Defense (A56), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 36 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
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In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 21 of 142.
Where and when was Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, round 8, on 22 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Andrew Tang (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Benoni Defense (ECO code A56). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 36 moves (72 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 Benoni Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.