The 28th Asian Youth Chess Championship took a rest day on July 20. Young players from Singapore visited the Longyuan Chess Training Center in Longgang district, Shenzhen province. Serving as a bridge for communication, the chessboard enabled youngsters to gain exchanges and friendship beyond competitions.

At the event, Grandmaster Yu Shaoteng shared insights drawn from his personal growth and professional tournament experience. He talked with young players about how to interpret chess games and sharpen their strategic skills, encouraging them to sustain a passion for chess and achieve progress through continuous learning and challenges. 

Teenage players of various nationalities and ages gathered around chessboards, exchanging competition experiences and debating game strategies, forging connections move by move.

High-standard training conditions lay a solid foundation for nurturing elite talents. Carleton, team leader of the Singapore delegation, said he was deeply impressed by Shenzhen's sophisticated training facilities and vibrant chess culture. He noted that Chinese students' rigorous learning attitude, sincere respect for coaches, concentration and discipline in training sessions are worthy of emulating. 

The 28th Asian Youth Chess Championship not only offers a competitive arena for young Asian players, but also allows them to build friendships and pursue their personal growth in Shenzhen.