Professional Players' Go Styles

"Here is a list I've published before. It looks like a candidate for Sensei's Library if someone wants to copy it there (making room for additions, of course). The views are not mine, but are collated from pro commentaries or the players' own assessments." (John Fairbairn, RGG, January 12, 2002)

• Awaji Shuzo: Especially tenacious once behind, likes to fight.
• Cao Dayuan: Solid fundamentals, thick, unhurried play, a little timid but not submissive, perhaps weak at attacking. Similar to Shao Zhenzhong.
• Chen Jiarui: Master of attack, good at finding unexpected plays.
• Chen Linxin: Pays special attention to shape; similar to Ma Xiaochun.
• Chen Yaoye: Good at defense and counter-attacking.
• Chen Zude: Daring, main proponent of Chinese fuseki.
• Cheng Xiaoliu: Prefers to take territory and shinogi.....read more: http://senseis.xmp.net/?ProfessionalPlayersGoStyles

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