National open Korean chess tournament held
September 6, 2026A national open janggi (Korean chess) tournament took place at the Phyongsong Indoor Stadium from August 27 to September 3.
More than 190 players, selected from all provinces, competed in individual, doubles and team games, divided into juvenile, amateur and open categories. South Hamgyong Province came first in total rankings and Pyongyang Municipality and South Phyongan Province second and third respectively.
Cups, medals and diplomas were awarded to the successful teams and players.
KCNA