Ke Jie Secures Spot in Southwest Chess Championship Finals
On March 3rd, at the Du Fu Thatched Cottage in Chengdu, Ke Jie emerged victorious in the semi-finals of the “Sichuan Airlines Panda Road Cup” 2024 23rd China Go Southwest Chess King Tournament. This marks the third time Ke Jie has reached the finals of the prestigious championship.
In a thrilling match against Ding Hao, a 9th dan player, Ke Jie took control early on and strategically outmaneuvered his opponent. Despite some heated exchanges on the board, Ke Jie’s decisive moves ultimately led to his victory, securing his place in the finals once again.
In another semi-final match, defending champion Fan Tingyu faced off against Yang Dingxin, also a 9th dan player. The match was intense, with both players making strategic errors and the lead shifting back and forth. Ultimately, Fan Tingyu’s skillful play and determination paid off, leading to his advancement to the finals.
With the stage set for an exciting final showdown, chess enthusiasts can look forward to the championship and runner-up finals scheduled for 3rd March at 15:00. The matches will be broadcast live on Yicheng.com, allowing fans to follow the action closely.
Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on the Southwest Chess King Tournament as the competition reaches its thrilling conclusion.