The tournament was organized by the People's Committee of Yen Tu Ward in coordination with the Vietnam Xiangqi Federation, Tung Lam Development Joint Stock Company, the Ha Long Bay – Yen Tu World Heritage Management Board (Economic Zone Management Board), and the Quang Ninh City Journalists Association.

Participating in the tournament were 16 players, including 8 top Vietnamese players competing in the “Yen Tu Chess King - Eight Masters” category and 8 young players aged 8–12, recognized as promising talents of Vietnamese Xiangqi.

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Delegates presented commemorative flags and flowers to the players participating in the 1st “Yen Tu Chess King” Xiangqi Tournament in 2026.

Alongside the competitions, the tournament also featured an exhibition match between Vietnamese and Chinese players, Xiangqi and human chess exchanges, and showcases highlighting the beauty of traditional Xiangqi art.

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A Xiangqi demonstration on a giant chessboard at the opening ceremony of the “Yen Tu Chess King” Xiangqi Tournament.

Through the tournament, players had more opportunities to interact, compete, and hone their professional skills, while discovering and nurturing young talents to foster the growth of the Xiangqi movement. The organizers also aim to establish “Yen Tu Chess King” as an annual local cultural and sports event.

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Young players focused intently on competing, demonstrating their strategic thinking and tactics at the tournament.

Hosting the Xiangqi tournament within the Yen Tu heritage site contributes to diversifying cultural and sports activities, creating additional tourism offerings, promoting the image of Yen Tu, and enhancing the appeal of this heritage tourism destination.