棋逢知己，以棋会友。新加坡象棋总会诚邀各地宿将棋友齐聚一堂，切磋棋艺，共同推广与传承中华传统象棋文化。
比赛日期
2026年9月13日（星期日）
比赛地点
新加坡象棋总会
51 Bishan St 13, #01-01, Singapore 579799
参赛资格
1971年1月1日或之前出生，不分国籍、种族、性别。
报名费
象总会员：$10
非会员：$20
比赛名额
40人，额满即止。
比赛方式
采用积分编排制，共七轮或九轮，视参赛人数而定。
每局20分钟，每步加10秒，无需记录棋谱。
奖金
冠军：$500
亚军：$300
季军：$200
殿军：$100
第五至第八名：各$50
报名截止
2026年9月6日（星期日）下午5时，逾期概不受理。
名额有限，欢迎符合资格的棋友踊跃报名，共赴一年一度的宿将棋坛盛会。
主办：新加坡象棋总会
赞助：本会永久名誉会长李锡森先生
2026 世界象棋系列赛落户新加坡 11月10日至15日盛大举行
新加坡象棋总会谨此荣幸与世界象棋联合会共同主办 2026 世界象棋系列赛，赛事将于 2026 年 11 月 10 日至 15 日 在新加坡举行。
本届赛事官方网站现已上线，国际棋手及嘉宾可通过官方网站了解赛事详情、报名参赛、查询住宿及相关资讯。
本届赛事汇聚三项世界级赛事，其中包括历来主要在欧洲举办的 第五届世界象棋公开赛，首次来到新加坡举行，别具意义，也是新加坡象棋发展历程中的一个重要里程碑。
我们期待迎接来自世界各地的棋手、裁判、官员及嘉宾齐聚新加坡，以棋会友，共襄盛举，透过高水平竞技、文化交流与国际合作，共同谱写世界象棋发展的新篇章。
The Singapore Xiangqi General Association (SIXGA) is honoured to co-host the 2026 World Xiangqi Tournament Series with the World Xiangqi Federation (WXF), to be held in Singapore from 10 to 15 November 2026.
The official event website is now live. International players and guests may visit the website for tournament information, registration, accommodation details and other important updates.
The tournament series features three prestigious world events, including the 5th World Xiangqi Open Tournament, which has traditionally been held in Europe. Its debut in Singapore marks a significant milestone for both the tournament and the continued development of Xiangqi in Singapore.
We look forward to welcoming players, arbiters, officials and guests from around the world to Singapore for an exciting week of world-class competition, friendship and cultural exchange, as we celebrate and advance the global development of Xiangqi together.
On 17 August 2026, the Singapore Xiangqi General Association (SIXGA) and Asian Mind Sports Association (AMSA) signed two strategic cooperation agreements to advance the development of Xiangqi in the new era, including an MOU to jointly promote and co-host the upcoming World Xiangqi Tournament Series in Singapore this November.
Together, we hope to open new possibilities for Xiangqi, inspire the next generation, and bring the mind sport to greater heights in Singapore and beyond.
For the full announcement and details of the cooperation, read the official article on the Asian Mind Sports Association website.
2026年8月17日，新加坡象棋总会（SIXGA）与亚洲智力竞技协会（AMSA）正式签署两项战略合作协议，携手推动新时代象棋运动的发展。其中包括一项合作备忘录，双方将共同推动并联合承办今年11月在新加坡举行的世界象棋系列赛。
我们期待携手为象棋开拓更多新的可能，启发新一代，让这项智力运动在新加坡乃至更广阔的国际舞台上迈向新的纬度！
经过多轮激烈角逐，最终由吴宗翰战胜刘亿豪，夺得本届“擎天杯”冠军；林超贤则在季军争夺战中战胜许永坤，获得季军。
本届决赛由两位顶尖棋手正面交锋——吴宗翰与刘亿豪。两人目前分别位列等级分第一、第二，吴宗翰更长期稳居等级分榜首。刘亿豪曾连续夺得第一届及第二届“擎天杯”冠军，而吴宗翰则是上一届冠军，因此这场决赛也成为两位“擎天杯”冠军之间的巅峰对决。
决赛双方经过激烈较量，首局弈和，按照赛事规则进入加赛。最终，吴宗翰成功取胜，继上一届夺冠后再次捧起“擎天杯”，成功卫冕；刘亿豪则屈居亚军。
季军争夺战同样精彩。林超贤与许永坤经过超过4个小时的鏖战，首局最终弈和。双方在残局阶段展开了极为耐心的较量，棋盘上形成了永坤车马兵士象全对林超贤车马双士缺象的残局。双方在残局中不断寻找突破机会，比赛持续超过四小时，充分展现了棋手的耐力、计算能力与顽强斗志。
最终，林超贤在加赛中战胜许永坤，获得本届赛事季军，许永坤获得殿军。
本届“擎天杯”是赛事举办以来参赛人数最多的一届，共有16位棋手参加，并首次采用一局制单败淘汰赛。从首轮开始，每一局都关系到晋级与否，比赛悬念十足。经过四轮较量，最终吴宗翰成功卫冕，为本届赛事画下圆满句号。
冠军：吴宗翰
亚军：刘亿豪
季军：林超贤
殿军：许永坤
从16强一路杀入决赛，再到最终站上领奖台，四位棋手都展现了出色的实力与竞技精神。第四届“擎天杯”虽然落幕，但棋局中的精彩与棋手们对棋艺的追求，将继续延续下去。
第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛半决赛于昨晚 22/8/26 举行。两场半决赛均在首局分出胜负，吴宗翰与刘亿豪成功晋级决赛，最终的棋王之争即将上演。
首场半决赛中，刘亿豪执黑取胜，成功拿下决赛席位。另一场半决赛中，吴宗翰通过抽签获得选择先后手的机会，并选择执红出战，最终同样在首局取胜，晋级决赛。
至此，本届“擎天杯”迎来了备受瞩目的冠军对决：
这场决赛不仅是两位顶尖棋手之间的较量，更是两位“擎天杯”冠军的正面交锋。
刘亿豪曾连续夺得第一届及第二届“擎天杯”冠军，本次再度闯入决赛，剑指个人第三座冠军奖杯。另一边，吴宗翰是上一届“擎天杯”冠军，此次成功晋级决赛，将力争卫冕。
两位棋手同样是新加坡象棋界的顶尖高手。目前，吴宗翰长期稳居等级分第一位，至今已至少十年；刘亿豪则紧随其后，位列等级分第二位。如今等级分第一与第二正面交锋，加上两位棋手各自拥有“擎天杯”冠军头衔，这场决赛无疑是本届赛事最受瞩目的焦点。
与此同时，季军争夺战的对阵也已经确定：
林超贤（红） VS 许永坤（黑）
两位棋手将在季军战中争夺最后的领奖席位。
本届“擎天杯”首次采用一局制单败淘汰赛，16位棋手经过多轮激烈角逐，如今只剩最后四位棋手。冠军之争，是卫冕成功、三度封王，还是诞生新的棋王？
让我们共同期待最后的巅峰对决！
第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛第二轮（8强赛）于8月16日晚6时举行。经过激烈角逐，林超贤、刘亿豪、吴宗翰及许永坤成功晋级半决赛，四强名单正式出炉。
首场较量中，林超贤执黑迎战杜衡。杜衡以士角炮开局，意图稳扎稳打。双方开局展开激烈对抗，大子力经过交换后，逐渐形成红方车双马对黑方车马炮的局面。
眼看局面逐渐趋向和棋，林超贤抓住红方左马较为薄弱的特点，升车兵林展开骚扰。杜衡也不甘示弱，跳马出击，主动放弃中兵。进入中局后，林超贤以中卒为诱饵，杜衡果然应招。此时，黑方的沉底炮与中将形成牵制，红方的中马陷入险境——若红方逃马，黑方随即斩士铁门栓，形成杀着。红方最终无法化解攻势，丢马后寡不敌众，林超贤乘势取胜，锁定半决赛席位。
随后，刘亿豪战胜徐道嵘。本局红方以中炮开局，黑方选择顺炮应对，双方展开激烈对抗。进入中局后，黑方一着不慎，被红方河口马踩炮，随后红方回马金枪，连续踩车、踩炮，局面迅速转为红方胜势，刘亿豪最终取胜。
吴宗翰执先手战胜陈中和，顺利晋级四强。至此，两位种子棋手刘亿豪与吴宗翰均延续了良好状态，成功突破8强赛。
本轮最为胶着的一场比赛，则是许永坤与朱永吉的对决。双方在慢棋阶段难分高下，战和后进入加赛。加赛中，许永坤执黑应战，凭借双炮车的凌厉攻势突破红方防线，最终成功取胜，锁定最后一个半决赛席位。
至此，本届“擎天杯”四强正式产生：
林超贤 刘亿豪 吴宗翰 许永坤
本届赛事首次采用一局制单败淘汰赛，16位棋手一路过关斩将，如今仅剩四位棋手继续争夺最终的“擎天杯”棋王桂冠。
半决赛将于下周六举行。随着赛事进入最后阶段，棋局也将更加精彩。究竟谁能突破重围，晋级最终决赛？让我们拭目以待！
第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛于8月15日正式打响。本届赛事共有16位棋手参赛，为“擎天杯”历届参赛人数最多的一届。赛事今年首次采用一局制单败淘汰赛，每一局棋都将直接决定棋手能否继续前进，令比赛更具紧张感与悬念。
本届赛事按照最新等级分设立了四位种子棋手，分别为吴宗翰特级大师、刘亿豪大师、朱永吉大师及林超贤医生。四位种子棋手在首轮比赛中均发挥出色，顺利晋级下一轮。
赛事赞助人、新加坡象棋总会永久名誉会长孙敬亭先生也亲临现场，并为参赛棋手致辞。孙先生首先向所有到场参赛的棋手表示肯定，并指出，能够来到赛场、勇于参与和接受挑战，本身就是一件值得赞许的事情。他也鼓励各位棋手在比赛中尽自己的最大努力，发挥最佳水平。
孙敬亭先生同时为大家分享了“擎天杯”三个字背后的意义。他特别提到，“擎”字可以拆解为“敬”与“手”，寓意棋手在棋盘上应当尊重对手，以棋会友；而“天”字则可以拆解为“一”和“大”，寓意在一场竞争激烈的比赛中，最终只能有一位冠军脱颖而出。
这番分享也与本届全新的淘汰赛制相互呼应。16位棋手通过抽签展开首轮较量，每一局都没有重来的机会。经过激烈角逐，林超贤、杜衡、徐道嵘、刘亿豪、吴宗翰、陈中和、许永坤及朱永吉成功晋级8强。值得一提的是，首轮各场比赛均在慢棋阶段分出胜负，无需进入加赛，赛事顺利完成。
第二轮（8强赛）将于8月16日（星期日）下午6时举行。随着赛事进入下一阶段，竞争也将更加激烈。在单败淘汰的赛制下，每一局都是关键之战。
究竟谁能继续过关斩将，最终问鼎第四届“擎天杯”？让我们拭目以待！
8月16日下午6时，精彩继续！
新一期象棋等级分正式公布，第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛也确定了参赛名单。
本届赛事共有 16位棋手 入围，包括吕瑞展、黄毅鸿、朱永吉、徐道嵘、杜衡、刘怡辉、刘怡宏、徐朝晖、许永坤、林超贤、刘亿豪、吴宗翰、赵金山、陈中和、黎德义及姚绍强。
与往届赛事不同，本届“擎天杯”将采用单败淘汰制，16位棋手将通过抽签决定首轮对阵。抽签仪式将于今晚（8月15日）下午5时30分举行，首轮比赛则将同日于下午6点正式打响。
高手云集，棋局精彩可期。让我们期待各位棋手在赛场上展现实力与风采，争夺本届“擎天杯”棋王桂冠！
更正启事
本会已修正本文赛程表日期的错误。此外，由于 Google 报名表单内有关会员及非会员报名费的说明有误，现已更正。
正确收费如下：
报名者请以现时 Google 报名表单所载资料为准。如已因错误说明而产生疑问，请与本会联系。
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正文
新加坡象棋总会正式公布最新一期等级分，相关排名及考铨资料现已更新至本会网站。
本期等级分将作为第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛的参赛资格依据。根据竞赛规程，本届赛事仅开放予甲组（Grade A）及以上等级棋手报名，并以最新一期等级分排名作为录取依据。当报名人数超过16人时，将按最新公布的等级分排名录取前16名棋手参赛，其余棋手则列为候补。
本届赛事将于2026年8月15、16、22及23日连续两个周末举行，采用全新的单败淘汰赛制。十六位顶尖棋手将在一局定胜负的赛制下展开激烈角逐，每场比赛均必须分出胜负；如慢棋弈和，将依次进行快棋、超快棋及决胜局加赛，为棋迷呈献更紧张刺激的棋王争霸战。
凡符合资格的棋手，欢迎尽早报名参赛，把握争夺第四届擎天杯冠军的机会。
第四届“擎天杯”棋王争霸赛
报名截止日期：2026年8月8日（星期六）晚上8时。
祝愿各位棋手在新一轮等级分赛事中再创佳绩，并期待八月擎天杯上演精彩对决！
A Xiangqi Tournament Filled with Thrilling Comebacks and Unforgettable Moments!
Yesterday’s Chan Soo Sen Cup National Xiangqi Open delivered excitement from start to finish, with every round packed with drama that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
This year’s tournament was played using graphical Xiangqi chess sets, where pictorial symbols replaced the traditional Chinese character pieces. This unique format not only gave the tournament a distinctive identity but also made the pieces more easily recognizable to players from different linguistic backgrounds, further promoting the globalisation of Xiangqi.
It was especially encouraging to see a strong turnout of youth players this year, competing alongside seasoned veterans. Their enthusiasm, fighting spirit, and tremendous potential have injected fresh energy into Singapore’s Xiangqi community and give us great confidence in the future of the game.
One of the most memorable moments came in Round 6. In an intense time scramble, with only seconds remaining on the clock, Master Allen Choo held his nerve under immense pressure to defeat tournament favourite Master Li De Zhi, producing one of the biggest upsets of the event. The game was a brilliant display of composure, resilience, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
The excitement continued into the final round. Jovan Wang found himself in a difficult position but never gave up, patiently searching for his opportunity. When his opponent made a critical blunder, Wang seized the moment to complete a stunning comeback and secure a crucial victory. It was yet another reminder that in Xiangqi, the game is never over until the very last move.
What made the tournament even more remarkable was how incredibly close the competition was. Second and third place were separated by just one additional win with the black pieces. Such a razor-thin margin reflects the exceptionally high standard of play, where every game—and every single move—could make the difference in the final standings.
Congratulations to all the prize winners, and heartfelt thanks to every participant for contributing such exciting and memorable games. While victory is important, it was the fighting spirit, composure under pressure, and determination displayed by all the players that truly made this tournament special.
Finally, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Chan Soo Sen, the tournament’s Title Sponsor, and Singapore China Baijiu for their generous support and sponsorship. Their invaluable contributions made this event possible, providing players with a high-quality platform to compete while promoting the continued growth and development of Xiangqi in Singapore.
We were also honoured to have Dr. Kong Jing Wen, President of the Singapore Xiangqi General Association, grace the prize presentation ceremony. Joining him were Honorary Members Mr. Lim Kwan How, Mr. Lee Sit Seng, and Mr. Charles Oon, President of the Singapore China Baijiu. Mr. Chan Soo Sen also serves as an Advisor to the Singapore Xiangqi General Association, reflecting his longstanding commitment to the development of Xiangqi in Singapore.
A big thank you as well to all the players, arbiters, volunteers, staff, and supporters who made this tournament a success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the next Chan Soo Sen Cup National Xiangqi Open for even more exciting Xiangqi battles!
一场充满逆转与悬念的象棋大战！
昨天举行的曾士生杯全国象棋公开赛精彩纷呈，每一轮都充满戏剧性，让人看得目不转睛。
本届赛事采用图形式象棋棋具进行比赛，以图案代替传统汉字棋子，不仅增添了赛事特色，也让不同语言背景的棋手更容易辨识棋子，进一步推广象棋运动的国际化发展。
令人欣喜的是，今年赛事吸引了不少青少年棋手踊跃参赛，与资深棋手同场竞技。他们展现出的拼搏精神与无限潜力，为新加坡象棋运动注入了新的活力，也让人对未来的发展充满期待。
最令人印象深刻的，莫过于第六轮。在读秒阶段，仅剩短短几秒钟的紧张时刻，朱永吉大师顶住巨大压力，成功击败赛前大热门黎德志大师，成为全场焦点。这盘棋充分展现了棋手在高压环境下的心理素质和临场应变能力。
来到最后一轮，比赛依然高潮迭起。王康全一度处于劣势，但始终没有放弃，坚持寻找机会。最终，对手出现关键漏招，王康全成功把握机会完成逆转，赢下这盘至关重要的对局，再次证明了象棋比赛不到终局，一切皆有可能。
更令人惊叹的是，第二名与第三名之间的最终排名，竟然只相差一个后手胜局！如此微小的差距，足见本次赛事竞争之激烈，每一盘棋、每一步棋，都可能决定最终的名次。
恭喜所有获奖棋手，也感谢每一位参赛者为大家奉献了一场场精彩绝伦的对局。胜负固然重要，但大家展现出的拼搏精神、沉着应战和永不放弃的态度，更是本次赛事最值得喝彩的地方。
最后，衷心感谢本次赛事的冠名赞助人曾士生先生、以及赞助单位新加坡中国白酒（Singapore China Baijiu）对赛事的大力支持。正因为有你们的慷慨赞助与支持，才能让赛事顺利举办，为棋手们提供高水平的竞技平台，也共同推动新加坡象棋运动的发展。
本届赛事颁奖典礼亦荣幸邀请到新加坡象棋总会会长龚敬文医生担任颁奖嘉宾，并由本会名誉会员林关浩先生、李锡森及新加坡中国白酒董事长云伟龙先生共同出席。值得一提的是，曾士生先生亦担任新加坡象棋总会顾问，长期支持本地象棋事业的发展，为推动象棋运动贡献良多。
再次感谢所有参赛棋手、裁判、工作人员及支持赛事的朋友们。期待下一届曾士生杯全国象棋公开赛再聚首，共同见证更多精彩对局！
今天下午，新加坡象棋总会（SIXGA）举办了中国象棋特级大师柳大华先生的 1对6盲棋表演赛。现场座无虚席，吸引众多家长、青少年棋手及公众到场观赛，几乎坐满整个会所。线上直播亦有超过100位棋友同步观看，共同见证这场精彩绝伦的象棋盛宴。
本次参赛者以本地国家青年队棋手为主，同时也包括多位非华族棋手。我们希望借着这场高水平的盲棋表演，让更多年轻人及不同族群认识象棋文化，感受中华智慧与棋艺的魅力。
柳大华特级大师素有 “东方电脑”、“棋王”之称，是中国象棋历史上的传奇人物。他曾于1980、1981年连续夺得全国个人赛冠军，并以惊人的记忆力和计算能力闻名棋坛，曾创下一人同时 1对19盲棋 世界纪录，其后更完成 1对108车轮战 的壮举，成为象棋史上的经典传奇。多年前，他更曾与弟子党斐搭档，在新加坡完成双人盲棋表演，展现盲棋艺术的另一种境界。
虽然已届高龄，柳大师今天依然展现出惊人的记忆力、计算力与棋艺，以 4胜2和 的优异成绩完成本次挑战，再次让大家亲身见证“东方电脑”的非凡实力，也赢得现场阵阵掌声。
这一系列特级大师邀请活动，是新加坡象棋总会为迎接 2026年11月10日至15日 在新加坡举行的世界象棋锦标赛系列活动所举办的推广项目。我们希望通过更多贴近公众、精彩多元的活动，让更多人认识象棋、爱上象棋，并共同迎接这项世界级国际赛事的到来。
感谢所有棋手、家长、工作人员及线上线下观众的热情支持。让我们继续携手推广象棋文化，让象棋在新加坡扎根成长，并在国际舞台上绽放更耀眼的光芒！
GM Liu Dahua — 1 vs 6 Blindfold Simultaneous Exhibition
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1950年出生于湖北武汉，中国象棋特级大师、国家级教练员，中国象棋历史上最具传奇色彩的棋坛名宿之一，素有“东方电脑”“棋王”之誉。
柳大华自幼酷爱象棋，少年时期便展现出过人的棋艺天赋。1963年夺得湖北省少年象棋冠军，1974年首次参加全国象棋个人锦标赛。1978年获得全国个人赛季军，1979年荣获全国个人赛亚军，并于1980年、1981年连续两届夺得全国象棋个人锦标赛冠军，成功打破胡荣华连续十届全国冠军的纪录，成为中国象棋发展史上的重要里程碑。1984年获授中国象棋特级大师称号。
职业生涯中，柳大华战绩辉煌，曾两夺“五羊杯”全国象棋冠军邀请赛冠军，并获得“七星杯”国际象棋邀请赛冠军及三届“银荔杯”全国象棋冠军赛冠军；同时多次代表中国队参加国际赛事，协助中国队夺得亚洲杯象棋团体冠军，为中国象棋的发展作出了卓越贡献。
除了卓越的竞技成就，柳大华更以精湛的盲棋技艺享誉海内外。1995年，他创下一人同时对弈19盘盲棋世界纪录，成为中国象棋盲棋史上的经典壮举；2006年，又成功完成一人同时对弈108盘车轮战，刷新当时的吉尼斯世界纪录，再次震惊棋坛。凭借超凡的计算能力、惊人的记忆力及深厚的棋艺造诣，柳大华成为中国象棋最具影响力的特级大师之一，并持续致力于象棋教学、推广及文化交流，为中华象棋文化的传承与发展贡献良多。
The annual Pesta Sukan Xiangqi Competition 2026, organised by Sport Singapore, concluded successfully over the weekend of 18–19 July 2026, bringing together players from across generations in one of Singapore’s premier community sporting festivals.
The two-day event featured competitions across Under-9, Under-12 and Under-16 categories on Saturday (18 July), followed by the Under-21, Open and Veteran categories on Sunday (19 July). From enthusiastic young beginners to seasoned masters, the tournament showcased not only exceptional playing strength but also the continued growth of Singapore’s Xiangqi community.
The first day of competition highlighted the tremendous progress made by Singapore’s young Xiangqi talents. While medals were awarded to the top performers, many of the tournament’s most memorable moments came from the resilience and composure displayed by the participants.
One of the most dramatic encounters unfolded in the Under-16 category, where the championship race remained undecided until the very end. Both players entered severe time pressure, with only their final minute remaining on the clock, eventually sharing the point after a fiercely contested draw.
Equally impressive was a remarkable Under-12 endgame, where a young player calmly converted a difficult single rook versus two advisors and two advanced pawns (单车对双士双过河卒) position into victory despite having less than one minute remaining. The game demonstrated not only technical skill but also exceptional decision-making under pressure.
During the prize presentation ceremony, Singapore Xiangqi National Team player GM Alvin Woo Tsung Han—a 12-time Singapore National Champion, 2023 SEA Games Gold Medallist, and 2023 World Xiangqi Championship Men’s Team Champion—presented the prizes to the winners. His presence served as an inspiration to the next generation, reminding young players that world-class excellence can indeed be nurtured here in Singapore.
Chairman Dr Kong Jing Wen shared that while artificial intelligence continues to transform many aspects of society, qualities such as analytical thinking, resilience, and sound decision-making under uncertainty will remain invaluable. Xiangqi, he noted, develops precisely these attributes, ensuring its continued relevance in nurturing future generations.
He also paid tribute to the many parents who patiently accompanied and supported their children throughout the competition, recognising that every young player’s journey is made possible through the quiet sacrifices and unwavering encouragement of their families.
Sunday’s competitions saw the Under-21, Open and Veteran categories take centre stage, with many of Singapore’s strongest players competing in fiercely contested rounds.
Reflecting on the two-day tournament, Chairman Dr Kong Jing Wen remarked that the overall standard of Xiangqi in Singapore has continued to improve significantly. The quality of play, fighting spirit and sportsmanship displayed across all categories were a testament to the dedication of players, coaches and the wider Xiangqi community.
In his address, he encouraged participants with a simple yet meaningful message:
“While we all strive to make the best move on the Xiangqi board, may we also strive to make the best moves in life.”
The Open category once again demonstrated the depth of Singapore’s elite players, with GM Alvin Woo Tsung Han successfully defending his Open championship title through another outstanding performance.
The Under-21 championship was claimed by Jovan Wong, whose consistent play throughout the tournament earned him the top honours among Singapore’s emerging young adults.
One of the most inspiring stories of the weekend came from the Veteran category. Mr Lim Kwan How, Immediate Past President and Permanent Honorary President of the Singapore Xiangqi General Association, entered the tournament as its oldest participant. Defying age, he produced a flawless seven wins from seven games to capture the Veteran championship. During the prize presentation ceremony, participants and officials also surprised him by singing a birthday song in celebration of his upcoming birthday, creating one of the weekend’s most heartwarming moments.
His remarkable achievement served as a powerful reminder that passion, discipline and the pursuit of excellence know no age limit.
Beyond the results, Pesta Sukan 2026 was a celebration of Singapore’s vibrant Xiangqi community. Players of all ages came together to compete, learn and forge friendships through the game they love.
The Singapore Xiangqi General Association extends its heartfelt appreciation to Sport Singapore for organising this year’s Pesta Sukan, as well as to all the players, arbiters, volunteers, coaches, parents and supporters whose dedication made the event a resounding success.
With the standard of play continuing to rise across every age group, the future of Singapore Xiangqi looks brighter than ever. SIXGA looks forward to building on this momentum and continuing to develop players from grassroots to elite levels, inspiring more Singaporeans to discover and enjoy the rich tradition of Xiangqi.
Update 15/7: Supplementary Rules have been updated. Registration is closed.
Note: The venue is at Bishan Clubhouse, 3 Bishan St 14, Singapore 579780, not at Bishan CC.
The Singapore Xiangqi General Association and SportSG are reintroducing Xiangqi to the Pesta Sukan sporting festival to celebrate Singapore’s 61st National Day. This individual tournament is open to all Singapore citizens, PRs, and valid pass holders.
| Category | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| U9 | Born in 2017 or later |
| U12 | Born 2014 – 2016 |
| U16 | Born 2010 – 2013 |
| U21 | Born 2005 – 2009 |
| Open | No age restriction |
| Veteran | Born in 1966 or earlier |
For registration, please visit the official SportSG website or click on the button below.
On 27 June 2026, the Braddell Heights CSN Xiangqi Club successfully hosted the 3rd Braddell Heights Xiangqi Blitz Tournament 2026. The tournament received an overwhelming response, with registrations exceeding the venue’s capacity. Due to space constraints, several players were placed on a waiting list. A total of 60 participants eventually competed in the tournament, bringing together Xiangqi enthusiasts from all walks of life for a day of exciting competition and camaraderie.
The tournament was played over 9 Swiss rounds under blitz time controls. Throughout the day, players demonstrated quick thinking, tactical precision and fighting spirit, creating many thrilling encounters across the playing hall.
After nine hard-fought rounds, the final standings were:
🥇 Champion: Lim Chau Sian
🥈 Runner-up: Choo Yong Kiat Allen
🥉 2nd Runner-up: Tai Boon Xiang
Congratulations to all prize winners, and our sincere appreciation goes to every participant for contributing to another successful edition of the tournament.
Now into its third year, the Braddell Heights Xiangqi Blitz Tournament has grown into a regular community event that brings together experienced players, young talents and Xiangqi enthusiasts in a friendly yet competitive environment.
The organising committee would like to thank all volunteers, officials, community partners and participants for their invaluable support. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the 4th Braddell Heights Xiangqi Blitz Tournament next year.
The overwhelming response reflects the growing enthusiasm for Xiangqi within the community. The organising committee will explore opportunities to expand future editions so that even more players can take part in the years to come.
新加坡象棋总会将于 2026年8月1日（星期六） 举办 第六届“曾士生杯”图形象棋个人公开赛，诚邀广大象棋爱好者踊跃报名参加。
本届赛事采用七轮积分编排制，比赛时限为每方15分钟，每步加5秒，并全程使用图形象棋棋子，让不同语言背景的棋友都能轻松参与，共同体验图形象棋的魅力。
比赛摘要
赛事设有公开组奖金及多个优异奖项，包括女子组、乐龄组、U16组、U12组及非华/越裔优异奖，欢迎各界棋友报名参与。
The Singapore Xiangqi General Association (SIXGA) invites all Xiangqi enthusiasts to participate in the 6th Chan Soo Sen Cup Graphic Xiangqi Tournament, to be held on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
The tournament will be played over 7 Swiss rounds with a 15-minute time control plus a 5-second increment per move. Graphic Xiangqi Sets will be used throughout the tournament, making it easy for players of all language backgrounds to enjoy the game and experience this unique way of playing Xiangqi.
Tournament Summary
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top eight finishers, with additional special prizes for the top-performing Senior, Ladies, Under-16, Under-12, and Non-Chinese/Vietnamese participants.