Xiangqi grandly debuted with its 18th world championship kicking off in U.S. Space City

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Xiangqi grandly debuted with its 18th world championship kicking off in U.S. Space City

STORY: Xiangqi grandly debuted with its 18th world championship kicking off in U.S. Space City SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 20, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:52 LOCATION: HOUSTON, U.S. CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of players and competition STORYLINE: In a significant moment for Xiangqi, an ancient Chinese board game, world-class competitors and enthusiasts gathered in Houston, also known as the U.S. Space City, in Texas, for the commencement of the 18th World Xiangqi Championship on Sunday night. Demonstrating the global appeal of Xiangqi, which is often referred to as Chinese chess, the prestigious event also represents the first time the tournament has been held on American soil. The week-long competition, together with the 4th World Youth Xiangqi Championship being held concurrently, attracts a total of 84 participants from 13 countries and regions, according to the organizers. The World Xiangqi Federation (WXF), the American Xiangqi Association, the Houston Xiangqi Association, and the

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