Chinese chess is a strategic game played by two players simulating the battle between two nations. Therefore, Chinese chess is regularly organized with various tournaments. Similar to the Vietnamese chess community which has its Vietnamese chess masters, China also has many formidable Chinese chess masters who pose tough challenges in matches.
The Renowned Chinese Chess Masters
1. Ho Vinh Khoa
Image of Ho Vinh Khoa
General Ho Vinh Khoa is a Chinese chess master admired by many for his remarkable achievements such as:
- In 1988, he achieved the title of the First Grandmaster.
- Set the record for being the youngest chess champion at the age of 15 and the oldest champion at the age of 55.
- Awarded the International Grandmaster title in 1988.
- Won the national championship 14 times spanning from 1960 to 2000.
2. Hua Ningxuan
Image of Hua Ningxuan
Equally impressive as Ho Vinh Khoa, Chinese chess master Hua Ningxuan has achieved numerous remarkable feats:
- Won the Chinese chess championship 6 times
- Overall champion of the National Chess Tournament
- Became the second youngest Chinese chess champion.
3. Lu Kham
Image of Lu Kham
Chinese chess master Lu Kham is also a well-known name among many, especially those who are enthusiasts of this intellectual game. His achievements include:
- 5-time national champion
- Crowned champion of the Individual Chinese Chess Tournament in 1988
- Champion of the Ngũ Dương Bôi Tournament in 1989
- Held the championship title for 5 consecutive years from 1989 to 1993.
4. Duong Quan Lan
Image of Duong Quan Lan
According to statistics, Chinese chess master Duong Quan Lan has achieved significant victories over the years, including winning the national championship 4 times in 1956, 1957, 1959, and 1962.
5. Li Lai Quan
Master of Chinese Chess: Li Lai Quan
Similar to the master Duong Quan Lan, Li Lai Quan also clinched the national championship 4 times in the years 1982, 1984, 1987, and 1991.
In addition to the aforementioned Chinese chess masters, there are still many other Chinese chess masters such as Zhao Guo Vinh with 4 national championship titles, Liu Dai Hua with 2 championship titles, Wang Tian Yi with 2 championship titles, Trinh Duy Dong with 2 championship titles...