Quest to win annual Go contest

Supremacy in ancient Chinese game

Founders of the Maidenhead Go tournament Iain Attwell and France Ellul. Ref:132376-5 and this year’s winner was Peikai Xue, from London.

Iain Attwell, treasurer of Maidenhead Go Club, said: “We had a wonderful allday three-round tournament.

“Hitachi Europe welcomed us to their sumptuous offices in Whitebrook Park and supplied lunch to the 36 participants [five children].

“Hitachi have supported this tournament for more than 20 years, which we greatly appreciate.

“Several children took part, so it was quite lively.”

Go in Maidenhead was started at nearby Furze Platt Secondary School by France Ellul and Iain.

Anyone wishing to give it a try can play on Friday evenings. Call Iain on 01628 676792.

Iain hopes to hold the tournament again next year at a venue to be agreed.

Player Jim Clare. Ref:132376-8

Ben Rodger, 13, places a stone. Ref:132376-2

Oliver Bardsley, 13.

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