The GS Caltex Cup (

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Outline

The GS Caltex Cup replaced the LG Refined Oil Cup. It is organized by the ''

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'',

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(MBN), and

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, and sponsored by

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. The winner receives 70 million won in prize money, and the runner-up receives 30 million won (as of 2024). The final is a best-of-5. Komi is 6.5 points. Players begin with 30 minutes of thinking time on their clock and add a 30 second increment per move (Fischer time). The time increment system was introduced in 2024, replacing the

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system.

Past winners and runners-up

References

External links

Sensei's Library

Go to Everyone!

Korea Baduk Association
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