Unconquered Youth · Lee Sedol Down

Author: Li Ang Li Yue
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: A collection of brilliant games by top Korean Go players. The legendary prodigy Lee Chang-ho had already become a world champion, and as people grew tired of the old story of master-disciple battles and media coverage began to feel stale, suddenly another unbeaten young player emerged onto the world Go stage, Lee Sedol. From the remote island of Flying Bird in Korea, he swiftly came into the spotlight. Compared to the "stone Buddha" Lee Chang-ho, what fans found most relatable was that Lee Sedol was a down-to-earth, temperamental, and emotionally expressive human being! His no-shows, late arrivals, and withdrawals—his unrestrained, self-willed nature—formed his distinct personality. This personality, reflected on the Go board, created a unique "natural style" of play—free from rigid adherence to opening moves, tradition, or imitating others, playing effortlessly yet winning. This was Lee Sedol, the true hero in the hearts of Go fans.