120 best Korean amateurs ( 40 years old or older) and 8 professionals, including superstars Seo Bongsu 9p and Seo Nunwook, 9p took part in the competition. I was sure that we will see Seo vs Seo final, but results were surprising. Seo Bongsu, 9p who was Korean #2 professional (after Cho Hunhyun 9p) in 70's and 80's lost his game to Korean 7d amateur. Other professionals, including Jimmy Cha lost to amateurs too.

It's obvious now that Korean pros outside of best 100 ranking are not much stronger than top amateurs. Sometimes even weaker.

Seo Nunwook, 9p (joonki on KGS) will challenge Cho Minsu, 7d amateur, who beat Jimmy Cha in the previous round.

The first prize is about 10.000 USD. Time control: 20 min +byoyomi

I will post game records, if I can find them

On photo: Seo Nunwook (right) vs Kim Saehyun, ama7d