2026 SGC 13×13 Tournament

The Sydney Go Club will hold its first 13 x 13 tournament at the Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club, located at 117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde, on Sunday, 24th May 2026.

After receiving many requests, we are excited to host our first 13×13 tournament. The use of a smaller board will lead to faster-paced games with a focus on fighting, bringing to mind the phrase “a knife fight in a telephone box”. This event is intended as a fun experience for all players and will challenge your ability to adapt. While some 19×19 theories may be applicable, you’ll discover that many familiar full board joseki are less effective in this format.

We estimate that each game will last about 50 minutes, and the timetable has been set with this in mind. However, if it becomes clear that adjustments are needed, the schedule may be changed accordingly.

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