Join the Competition!
Get ready for an exhilarating display of strategy and skill at the SP OPEN 2025 Xiangqi Team Competition! This thrilling event, organized by the SP Mind Sports Club, is set to bring together teams from various institutions for a day of intense Chinese Chess battles. Please note: This event is not affiliated with the Singapore Xiangqi General Association.
Event Details
- Date: 20 September 2025
- Venue: SP T11B, Singapore Polytechnic
- Registration Deadline: 18 September 2025
- Registration Fee: $20 per team
- Registration Link: Click Here
Why Join SP OPEN 2025?
The SP OPEN 2025 Xiangqi Team Competition is a fantastic opportunity for Chinese Chess enthusiasts of all ranks to compete in a friendly yet competitive environment. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this event welcomes teams of all skill levels with no rank restrictions. It’s a chance to showcase your strategic prowess, bond with teammates, and vie for exciting prizes!
Team Composition
- Each team must consist of exactly 4 players (no reserves allowed).
- Teams entirely composed of female players are eligible for the Women’s Category prizes.
- Each team must appoint a team captain to coordinate and receive updates via a dedicated WhatsApp group.
Competition Format
- Rules: The competition follows the World Xiangqi Rules (世界棋规).
- Format: 7 rounds using the Swiss Perfect system for pairings and color assignments.
- Time Control: Each player has 20 minutes per game with 0 seconds increment.
- Board Order: The line-up submitted during registration is fixed for all rounds. Playing out of order results in a default loss.
- Ten-Minute Start Rule: Players must be seated within 10 minutes of the round’s start, or they forfeit the round.
- Disputes: The arbiter’s decision is final in all disputes.
Scoring and Tiebreakers
- Individual Scoring: 1 point for a win, 0.5 points for a draw, 0 points for a loss.
- Team Scoring: The sum of individual scores determines the team’s score per round. A higher team score earns 1 match point; a tie awards 0.5 match points to each team.
- Tiebreakers (in order):
- Total Game Points
- Direct Encounter
- Buchholz (sum of opponents’ match points)
- Number of Team Wins
Prizes
- Overall Category:
- Top 5 teams receive medals for all members.
- Top 3 teams also receive a team trophy.
- Women’s Category:
- The top women’s team with the highest match points wins medals for all members.
- All participants will enjoy a memorable day of competition and camaraderie!
Cheating Prevention
The SP Mind Sports Club is committed to fair play:
- No communication with spectators during games.
- All electronic devices must be on silent mode with notifications off.
- Use of electronic devices during matches (except for approved purposes) is prohibited.
- Any cheating or suspected cheating results in immediate disqualification and a ban from the next SP OPEN.
- Two fouls under World Xiangqi Rules in a round lead to a default loss.
Program Flow
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 0900 | Reporting Time |
| 0900 – 0930 | Briefing |
| 0930 – 1010 | Round 1 |
| 1010 – 1020 | Break |
| 1020 – 1100 | Round 2 |
| 1100 – 1110 | Break |
| 1110 – 1150 | Round 3 |
| 1150 – 1350 | Lunch |
| 1350 – 1430 | Round 4 |
| 1430 – 1440 | Break |
| 1440 – 1520 | Round 5 |
| 1520 – 1530 | Break |
| 1530 – 1610 | Round 6 |
| 1610 – 1620 | Break |
| 1620 – 1700 | Round 7 |
| 1700 – 1800 | Award Ceremony |
How to Register
- Form a team of 4 players and designate a captain.
- Complete the registration via the provided link here.
- Pay the $20 team registration fee via AXS by 18 September 2025:
- Visit axs.com.sg.
- Navigate to Pay Bills > eServices > Education > Singapore Polytechnic > Request/Applications > Application for Local Programmes > Other Events.
- Select “SP OPEN Xiangqi 2025” and input NRIC and Date of Birth.
- Registration is confirmed only after payment is received. No registrations will be accepted after 18 September 2025.
Contact Information
For inquiries, reach out to:
- Zhou Yushi (Captain of Xiangqi Division)
Phone: 91601889
Email: YUSHI.24@ichat.sp.edu.sg - Lim Boon Pin (Quartermaster)
Phone: 85256985
Email: LBPIN.24@ichat.sp.edu.sg
Don’t Miss Out!
The SP OPEN 2025 Xiangqi Team Competition is your chance to engage in strategic battles, compete for prestigious awards, and connect with fellow Xiangqi enthusiasts. Gather your team, register by 18 September 2025, and prepare for an unforgettable day of Chinese Chess at Singapore Polytechnic!
SP Mind Sports Club reserves the right to amend and enforce all rules and regulations at any time.
