Healthcare (SH:603313) Huan Qiu Wang·2025-09-06 01:42Core Viewpoint - The chairman of Dream Lily Group, Ni Zhanggen, has revealed that the upcoming Dream Lily Cup World Go Open has been delayed due to his insistence on not allowing South Korean player Byeon Sang-il to participate, which has sparked significant debate within the Go community [1][6]. Group 1: Event Background - The refusal to allow Byeon Sang-il to participate stems from a major controversy during the LG Cup finals earlier this year, where Chinese player Ke Jie faced penalties under new Korean rules, leading to his withdrawal from the match and Byeon winning the championship under contentious circumstances [1][3]. - The new rules implemented by the Korean Go Association in November of last year have been criticized for being unreasonable, particularly regarding the handling of pieces during play, which can lead to confusion and unfair penalties [3][6]. Group 2: Industry Implications - The controversy surrounding Byeon Sang-il's actions has raised concerns about the integrity and image of Go as a traditional sport, emphasizing the importance of fair competition and sportsmanship [6][7]. - The response from the Korean side after the LG Cup controversy has been seen as inadequate, as they only issued apologies to sponsors without addressing the grievances of the affected Chinese player, Ke Jie [6][7]. - The Dream Lily Cup, being a corporate-sponsored event, has the right to determine its participant list based on its values and the desire for a fair competition environment, which is crucial for maintaining brand image and event reputation [6][7].