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Lee Chang-ho

1. South Korean Go legend Lee Chang-ho wins his 2,000th professional game, a world record

   KBS, citing Yonhap and the Korea Baduk Association, reported that Lee Chang-ho won the 2,000th game of his professional career, a world record, playing black and winning in 207 moves in round 11 of the 2026 Legends League held in Wanju, North Jeolla Province. He turned professional in 1986 at age 11 and reached 1,000 wins in 2000, 1,500 in 2010, 1,800 in 2021 and 1,900 in 2024. Last December his 1,969th win made him the player with the most victories, overtaking his former teacher.

   Oct 27, 2026 Morning