Go Tournament 'Lui Thai 2026' Kicks Off with 650,000 Baht Prize Pool
The Thailand Go Association has launched the 'Lui Thai 2026' tournament, fostering competition and strategic skill development among employees of three major organizations.
The Thailand Go Association, in collaboration with Perfect Companion Group (PCG), Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF), and CP Axtra, has officially inaugurated the 'Lui Thai 2026' Go tournament. According to Khaosod Online, the event is designed to strengthen relationships between Go players from these three organizations while providing a platform for participants to exchange experiences and refine their strategic thinking skills.
The tournament, which features a total prize pool exceeding 650,000 baht, is currently underway, with matches scheduled to take place from October 17 to November 29, 2026. This competition serves as a significant gathering for the Go community, emphasizing the development of mental agility and professional networking through the traditional board game.
For residents and visitors interested in local cultural and sporting activities, this event highlights the active Go scene in Thailand and the corporate support behind such intellectual pursuits. While the tournament is primarily focused on internal organizational participants, it underscores the growing popularity and structured nature of Go competitions in the country. At this time, specific details regarding public viewing opportunities or potential exhibition matches for non-participants remain to be confirmed by the organizers.
