Thu Jan 23 06:40:00 UTC 2025: ## LG Cup Final Suspended Amidst Controversy: Ke Jie Demands Rematch
**SEOUL, South Korea** – The final match of the LG Cup Go tournament between China’s Ke Jie and South Korea’s Byun Sang-il was abruptly suspended today, sparking controversy. According to online reports, Ke Jie has requested a rematch following a referee intervention during the decisive game.
The incident occurred when Ke Jie, while placing captured stones, failed to fully deposit them in the designated box. The referee’s intervention, which took place during Byun Sang-il’s thinking time, prompted a strong protest from Ke Jie. The match was subsequently halted while Byun Sang-il was still considering his move. Both players left the playing area, and negotiations are currently underway between the players and the Korean Baduk Association. The outcome of these discussions, and whether a rematch will be granted, remains uncertain.
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