Tournament Overview
The Nanyang Modern Mahjong Mindsport Tournament finally returns after a long hiatus! The third edition of this Singapore-organised MCR tournament will take place in February 2025, on board Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas,
departing from Singapore. This tournament is organised jointly by Singapore Sparrows Mahjong Network and Quesheng International Mahjong Club in partnership with Citystate Cruises, and supported by the Mahjong International League.
Anthem of the Seas will offer a family-friendly itinerary that allows guests to visit two
ports-of-call in Southeast Asia along with many entertainment options onboard
the ship. This includes two whole days in Phuket, Thailand, where there will be lots of time for beachside activities, water sports, seafood meals, and exploration of Phuket Island. Interested competitors are welcome to come along with their
families so that they can enjoy both a challenging international
mind sport tournament and a fun-filled cruise vacation!
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General Information
Dates
19th February 2025 to 24th February 2025 (5 nights).
Tournament Venue
Anthem of the Seas (Royal Caribbean International), departure from Singapore.
Registration Fee
Nil, if room package is booked with our partner travel agent, Citystate Cruises.
SGD 300.00, otherwise (if room package is booked with other agents, or if using membership benefits).
Accommodation Costs for Cruise
SGD 899.00 per person for early-bird promotional fares (twin-sharing standard rooms).
Fares after the early-bird promotional period will be higher, following prevailing rates.
Fares are inclusive of taxes and gratuities. All meals
and most activities are included. Additional charges (in USD) will apply for alcohol,
premium beverages, internet, shore excursions, spa services, and
specialty dining.
Please enquire with us on room rates for other cabin types (oceanview, balcony, suites, etc.).
Registration Deadline
15th September 2024, for registration of interest. (If there is not enough interest for this event, it will be cancelled.)
30th September 2024, for payment for early-bird promotional fares.
Number of Competitors
A minimum of 64 players, and a maximum of 72 players.
Rules
Mahjong Competition Rules, 1998 edition, as interpreted by the Mahjong International League (MIL), i.e., China Majiang Federation MCR Tournament Rules 2017 (hosted on Google Drive).
Tournament Format
8 games in Danish System for player-matching (non-elimination, strong-against-strong).
Schedule
Day 2: morning, 2 games; afternoon, free for visit to Penang, Malaysia
Day 3: morning, 2 games; afternoon, free for visit to Phuket, Thailand (ship arrives at 8am)
Day 4: whole day, free for visit to Phuket, Thailand (ship leaves 8pm)
Day 5: cruising at sea, 4 games
Lots of time for social play and onboard entertainment! Tournament venue will be open for social play during non-tournament time (subject to staff available to oversee the venue).
Prizes
This tournament has prizes for the top 8 individuals.
Registration
To register your interest for the tournament, or to find out more, please contact Edwin Phua.
Full details and contact information can be found via the Tournament Information PDF (hosted on Google Drive).
(updated 20241021 1830)
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