Huixin First World Championship debut in the 18th KPMC 2023

*18th KPMC*

26th August~ 2nd September 2023, The 18th Korea Prime Minister International Baduk Championship was held at Bitgoeul Gymnasium (Stadium) in Gwangju. WONG Hui Xin 4-Kyu made his debut in this World Championship accompanied by AGF Official, CHIN Sin Voon.

Hui Xin, a 14-year-old student, was one of the youngest players in the tournament. She faced the Philippines Player who was the youngest player in the event, in the first round and was defeated by him. Subsequently, she faced defeat from Luxemburg, Brazil, Venezuela, and Madagascar. On the final day, Huixin finally tasted victory over Guatemala and India. Hence, placing her 52nd place out of 56th place.

The Tournament Slogan “One Us One Earth”.

More information at: http://kpmc.kbaduk.or.kr/eng/

During the event, there were 3 side events including Teaching Game with Professional Players, Humans vs AI and Yu-Marvel Go on 9×9. Chin took part in the special event “Humans vs AI” and won 2nd place together with his teammate from Indonesia and Madagascar.

*AGM Meeting*

This year’s AGM discussed more regarding the method of promoting Go in Asia such as :

  1. Bringing back Asia Amateur Team Tournament
  2. Ilyo Weekly News Children Baduk Tournament 2023
  3. Asian Peace Children Tournament 2023
  4. 18th KPMC

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