Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021

Catalan Opening (E09) · ½-½ (Draw) · 56 moves · Round 85 · 22 February 2021

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Magnus Carlsen
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Black
Andrew Tang
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackAndrew Tang
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • EventCarlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
  • Round85
  • Date22 February 2021
  • OpeningCatalan Opening (E09)
  • Length56 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 98 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 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).

Next game: Tang vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021

1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 Be7 4.g3 Nf6 5.Bg2 O-O 6.Qc2 c6 7.O-O Nbd7 8.Nbd2 b6 9.e4 Ba6 10.b3 Rc8 11.Bb2 c5 12.exd5 exd5 13.Rfe1 cxd4 14.Nxd4 b5 15.Nf5 Bc5 16.Rad1 bxc4 17.bxc4 Re8 18.Qa4 Qb6 19.Rxe8+ Rxe8 20.Nb3 Bxf2+ 21.Kh1 Bxc4 22.h3 Nc5 23.Nxc5 Qxb2 24.Nd7 Rd8 25.Nxf6+ Qxf6 26.Bxd5 Be2 27.Bxf7+ Kxf7 28.Qb3+ Kg6 29.Nh4+ Kh6 30.Rxd8 Qxd8 31.Qe6+ Qf6 32.Qxe2 Bxg3 33.Nf3 Bf4 34.Kg2 Qg6+ 35.Kf1 Qg3 36.Qe6+ g6 37.Qg4 Qxg4 38.hxg4 Kg7 39.Kg2 Kf6 40.Nd4 Be5 41.Nc6 Bd6 42.Nxa7 Bc5 43.Nb5 Kg5 44.Kf3 Kh4 45.a4 g5 46.a5 h5 47.gxh5 g4+ 48.Kg2 Kxh5 49.a6 Kg5 50.a7 Bxa7 51.Nxa7 Kf4 52.Nb5 Kf5 53.Nc3 Kf4 54.Nd1 Kf5 55.Nf2 Kf4 56.Nxg4 1/2-1/2

In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Andrew Tang at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021. It was played in round 85. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

From Catalan Opening (E09) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.

Running to 56 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.

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.

Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.

When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Andrew Tang. 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 98 of 142.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Andrew Tang played?

At the Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, round 85, 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 Catalan Opening (ECO code E09). A strategic battle of structure and activity.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Andrew Tang.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 56 moves (111 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?

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