Chinese Court Warns Citizens Against Gambling on Go After Ring Sentenced

A Chinese court has publicly warned citizens that gambling on the board game Go, known locally as wei qi, could result in lengthy prison sentences and substantial fines. The warning follows the sentencing of operators involved in a Go gambling ring.

Go originated in China and remains extremely popular, with an estimated 40 million players in the country. The court’s alert aims to deter gambling-related activities associated with the game.