Wang Ming-wan (simplified Chinese: 王铭琬; traditional Chinese: 王銘琬; pinyin: Wáng Míngwǎn; born November 22, 1961), also known as O Meien, is a professional Go player.
Wang Ming-wan | |
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Full name | Wang Ming-wan |
Chinese | Trad. 王銘琬 Simp. 王铭琬 |
Pinyin | Wáng Míngwǎn |
Born | Tainan, Taiwan | November 22, 1961
Residence | Tokyo, Japan |
Turned pro | 1977 |
Rank | 9 dan |
Affiliation | Nihon Ki-in; Tokyo branch |
Biography
editWang was born in Tainan, Taiwan. He is known for his quick fuseki and fighting ability. He became a pro in 1977, two years after moving to Japan. He advanced to 9 dan in 1992.
Titles and runners-up
editTitle | Years Held |
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Current | 4 |
Honinbo | 2000, 2001 |
Oza | 2002 |
Daiwa Cup | 2007 |
Defunct | 2 |
NEC Shun-Ei | 1989, 1991 |
Title | Years Lost |
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Current | 5 |
Honinbo | 2002 |
Oza | 2003 |
Shinjin-O | 1987 |
NHK Cup | 1991 |
Ryusei | 2002 |
Defunct | 2 |
NEC Shun-Ei | 1986, 1987 |
External links
edit- GoBase Profile
- Nihon Ki-in Profile (Japanese)