The list of professional Go players and teachers who will be present at EGC 2026 to give lectures, simultaneous games and game reviews. Names are listed alphabetically by surname.
1. Li Ang (3p) – China (CWA)
Nationality: China (resides in Serbia)
Title: Professional 3rd Dan (Chinese Weiqi Association – CWA)
Date of Birth: 1 September 1981, Beijing, China
Li Ang has been an active player on the professional stage since 1999, and is also a distinguished cultural ambassador known for his deep academic work on the history and culture of Go (Weiqi). He is regarded as the world's foremost collector of Weiqi cultural artworks. His collection includes more than 1,000 rare Go boards, stones, bowls and ancient manuscripts. He is the author of more than 30 books, including his renowned work "Yi Cang Tian Xia" (World Weiqi Treasures). He is also an expert in early-childhood Go education. Representing the Chinese Weiqi Association, he has taught in more than 20 countries across Europe, and he is the head coach of the Serbian National Go Team.
EGC 2026 Programme: Throughout the congress he will hold 3 Go lectures in English, simultaneous games and 4 game reviews.
2. Cho Zuiketsu – Japan (Nihon Ki-in)
Title: Professional 6th Dan (Nihon Ki-in)
Cho Zuiketsu is attending EGC 2026 representing the Japanese Nihon Ki-in.
3. Hideki Enda (9p) – Japan (Special Guest)
Nationality: Japan
Title: Professional 9th Dan
Hideki Enda 9p holds a very special and historic place for the Turkish Go community. Having visited Türkiye in 2006, Sensei played an inspiring role in the development of Go in Türkiye. Twenty years later, he was invited as a "Special Guest" to once again witness the growth of Go in Türkiye, and he accepted the invitation. He is a legendary figure who has earned the deep respect of the Turkish Go community. More detailed information about his career can be found at https://senseis.xmp.net/?EndaHideki.
4. Diána Kőszegi (2p) – Hungary
Nationality: Hungary
Title: Professional 2nd Dan
Diána Kőszegi is the first Hungarian professional Go player and, upon her promotion by the Korean Baduk Association on 4 January 2008, became the sixth European professional player. She began playing Go at the age of nine under her father's instruction and studied under Tibor Pocsai, the 1988 European Go Champion. As an amateur she placed 4th at the 1997 World Women Amateur Baduk Championship, won the European Youth Go Championship in 2000 and became Hungarian Go Champion in 2001, before moving to Seoul as an insei in 2005. She has taught Go online and translated the book "21st Century New Openings" into English, and remains a dedicated ambassador for Go in Europe. She is a familiar and beloved face in Türkiye, visiting frequently to share her knowledge through lectures, teaching and events. The Turkish Go community holds her in great affection, and her warm presence and generosity have made her a cherished friend of Go in Türkiye.
5. Wooju Lee (1p) – South Korea (KBA)
"Hello, my name is Wooju Lee, and I am a professional Baduk player from South Korea, currently studying in the Department of Baduk Studies at Myongji University. I've been teaching Baduk to children and adults for over three years, and I enjoy helping beginners discover the fun of the game. I believe Baduk brings people together beyond language and culture, and I'm looking forward to meeting players from around the world at the European Go Congress."
Nationality: South Korea
Title: Professional 1st Dan (Korean Baduk Association – KBA)
Date of Birth: 16 March 2004
South Korean professional player Wooju Lee is currently pursuing her academic studies in the Department of Baduk Studies at Myongji University. She has been actively teaching Go to children and adults for more than 3 years. She believes that Go brings people together beyond the boundaries of language and culture, and she takes great joy in helping beginners discover the fun world of Go.
6. Misei Taguchi (2p) – Japan (Kansai Ki-in)
Nationality: Japan
Title: Professional 2nd Dan (Kansai Ki-in)
Misei Taguchi is attending EGC 2026 representing the Japanese Kansai Ki-in. Highly familiar with the EGC atmosphere, Taguchi Sensei also served as a teacher at the European Go Congress nine years ago. Known for her friendly manner, strong Go knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching, Taguchi actively makes use of AI assistants (translation tools) at the congress to interact in English, in order to overcome communication barriers and offer participants the best possible experience.
EGC 2026 Programme: Throughout the congress she will support European Go players with simultaneous games and over-the-board game analyses.
7. Raeun Yoon (2p) – South Korea (KBA)
"Hello, my name is Raeun Yoon, and I am a 19-year-old professional Go player from South Korea. I was the runner-up in the Hyorim Cup, and I am actively involved in a variety of Go-related broadcasts and content. I enjoy sharing the beauty and depth of Go with players of all levels, and I am passionate about making the game more accessible and enjoyable for a wider audience. I look forward to meeting Go enthusiasts from around the world and sharing my knowledge and experience through teaching, commentary, and cultural exchange."
Nationality: South Korea
Title: Professional 2nd Dan (Korean Baduk Association – KBA)
Date of Birth: 21 September 2006
Although only 19 years old, she is one of South Korea's most notable talents. She achieved runner-up in the prestigious Hyorim Cup. She plays a very active role in professional Go broadcasts and in producing various Baduk content. Her aim is to share the beauty and depth of Go with players of every level and to make the game accessible to wider audiences.
