Hanoi: Vietnamese Grandmaster Hoang Thi Bao Tram is competing at the second SJC Cup International Chess Championship that kicked off on April 11 in Hong Kong (China) on the occasion of St. Joseph’s College’s 150th anniversary. Running from April 11-13, eight world-class chess grandmasters, including Tram, are battling it out in rapid and blitz matches. The winner earns a historic showdown against AI powerhouse DeepSeek on April 13.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the tournament brings together top talents from around the globe, highlighting the growing influence of chess in international sports. Tram’s participation underscores her reputation as one of Vietnam’s leading chess figures, and her performance is closely watched by enthusiasts and experts alike.

The event not only celebrates the anniversary of St. Joseph’s College but also emphasizes the role of chess in educational and cultural exchanges. The final match against DeepSeek adds an intriguing dimension to the tournament, as it pits human intelligence against advanced AI technology, drawing significant interest from the global chess community.