Nguyen Minh Nhat Quang excels at Shanghai Cup Xiangqi tournament

Vietnamese Xiangqi player Nguyen Minh Nhat Quang delivered a strong performance during the opening day of the Shanghai Cup Masters Open Qualifying Tournament. Competing in the men's division, Quang recorded three wins, two draws, and one defeat across six rounds, all against Chinese opponents.

Notable victories included wins over prominent players Cao Yichen and Liu Ming, as well as a win against Liu Ziyang. Quang currently holds 11 points, placing him second in the international player standings. Under tournament rules, four spots in the final are reserved for international players, making Quang a strong contender for qualification if his performance remains consistent.

In the women's division, Vietnamese player Nguyen Hoang Yen is currently leading the international standings, also positioning her for a potential spot in the finals. The Shanghai Cup is one of the most prestigious Xiangqi tournaments, featuring a total prize purse exceeding one million yuan.