The 2023 Guangzhou Gomoku Open Competition came to a close on August 20.  The competition attracted skilled players from various cities such as Shenzhen, Foshan, Jiangmen, Hong Kong, and Macao.  Among the contestants were former bronze medalists in world championships and winners of the top three places in national competitions.  Secondary 2A student Ng Cheng Hei emerged as the champion in the youth category with a perfect record of seven wins.  Meanwhile, Secondary 2E student Lei Un Hou secured the second place.