Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
Vienna Game (C29) · 0-1 (Andrew Tang won) · 24 moves · Round 37 · 22 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAndrew Tang
- Result0-1 · Andrew Tang won
- EventCarlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
- Round37
- Date22 February 2021
- OpeningVienna Game (C29)
- Length24 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 50 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 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
Next game: Tang vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Andrew Tang at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021. It was played in round 37. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Vienna Game (C29) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 24 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
After the contest, Andrew Tang won with the black 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 50 of 142.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang played?
At the Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, round 37, on 22 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Andrew Tang (Black), at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Vienna Game (ECO code C29). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Andrew Tang won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 24 moves (48 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 Vienna Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.