Get ready to test your strategic skills at the Shuanglin Cup Mindsports 2025 Chinese Chess (Xiangqi) Tournament, proudly supported by Toa Payoh South CC! This exciting event welcomes players of all ages and skill levels to compete in a vibrant and culturally rich setting at the Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery. Join us for a day of intense Xiangqi battles, camaraderie, and the chance to win fantastic prizes!
Event Details
- Date & Time: Sunday, 5 October 2025, 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Venue: Fa Tang (法堂), Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery, 184 Jalan Toa Payoh, Singapore 319944
- Registration Deadline: 2 October 2025
- Registration Link: go.gov.sg/tpeynslmscchess
Why Participate?
The Shuanglin Cup Mindsports 2025 Xiangqi Tournament is the perfect opportunity for Chinese Chess enthusiasts to showcase their talent across three categories: Open, U21, and U12. With no rank restrictions, players of all experience levels are welcome to compete, making this an inclusive and thrilling event. Compete for generous prizes, earn recognition, and enjoy a day of strategic fun in a unique cultural venue!
Registration
- Registration Fees:
- Open Category: $35
- U21 Category: $20
- U12 Category: $10
- All participants must agree to abide by the tournament rules upon registration.
- Register online here
- Registration closes on 2 October 2025. No late registrations will be accepted.
Tournament Format
- Rules: The tournament adheres to World Xiangqi Rules.
- Format: 7 rounds using the Swiss Perfect system for pairings and color assignments.
- Time Control: 10 minutes per player with a 3-second increment per move.
- Default Rules:
- Players must be seated within 5 minutes of the round’s start, or they forfeit the round.
- Players seated at the wrong board will forfeit the round.
- Notify the Administrator immediately if an opponent is absent at the start of a round.
- Players must report game results to staff before leaving the venue.
- The arbiter’s decision is final in all disputes.
Fair Play and Conduct
To ensure a fair and respectful competition:
- Cheating results in immediate disqualification.
- All electronic devices must be switched off or silenced during matches.
- Use of electronic devices during play (except for approved purposes) is prohibited.
- Any device making noise during a match results in a forfeit.
- Players are responsible for time lost due to late arrival.
- Organizers reserve the right to conduct searches if necessary.
- Prompting other players is grounds for disqualification.
- A player forfeits when their clock reaches zero.
Prizes
Compete for exciting rewards across all categories:
- Open Category:
- 1st: $300 Voucher + Trophy + Elusive Xiangqi Set
- 2nd: $150 Voucher + Trophy
- 3rd: $100 Voucher + Trophy
- 4th–5th: $50 Voucher + Medal
- 6th–10th: $40 Voucher + Medal
- U21 Category:
- 1st: $120 Voucher + Trophy
- 2nd: $80 Voucher + Trophy
- 3rd: $40 Voucher + Trophy
- 4th–5th: $25 Voucher + Medal
- 6th–10th: Medal
- U12 Category:
- 1st–3rd: Trophy
- 4th–10th: Medal
- All U12 participants receive a certificate of participation.
Tournament Regulations
- No outside food or drinks are allowed in the venue.
- Shoes must be removed when entering Fa Tang (法堂).
- All decisions by the event organizers are final and binding. Appeals will not be considered.
Programme Flow
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 12:00 PM – 12:15 PM | Registration |
| 12:15 PM – 12:30 PM | Briefing |
| 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM | Round 1 |
| 1:20 PM – 2:10 PM | Round 2 |
| 2:10 PM – 3:00 PM | Round 3 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM | Round 4 |
| 3:50 PM – 4:40 PM | Round 5 |
| 4:40 PM – 5:30 PM | Round 6 |
| 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM | Round 7 |
| 6:20 PM – 7:00 PM | Prize Presentation |
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact Toa Payoh South CC:
- Phone: 6259 6602
Don’t Miss This Strategic Showdown!
The Shuanglin Cup Mindsports 2025 Xiangqi Tournament is your chance to compete in a prestigious event, win exciting prizes, and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Chinese Chess at the iconic Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery. Register by 2 October 2025 and prepare for an unforgettable day of strategy and competition!
Supported by Toa Payoh South CC
