How do I follow or watch a xiangqi tournament online?
These answers restate the rules implemented by our open-source engine, which follows the WXF laws for movement, checkmate and both repetition rulings: a side that forces a repetition by perpetual check or perpetual chase loses rather than drawing. The chase half has not been validated against the official casebook. Where an answer refers to a specific position, that position lives on the linked reference page, where the build verifies it before publishing.
Direct answer
Major xiangqi events are often broadcast with a live move-by-move board, sometimes alongside video and commentary, hosted by the organising federation, a xiangqi platform, or independent commentators. Coverage quality and availability vary a lot more than for chess, so it is worth checking a few sources rather than assuming one will cover a given event.
What to expect from the coverage itself
A live board feed showing moves as they are played is the most common and most reliable format, sometimes with a short broadcast delay for anti-cheating reasons in top events. Full video coverage with spoken commentary is less consistently available and depends heavily on the specific event and its sponsors.
Where to look
National and continental federation channels, dedicated xiangqi platforms, and community pages run by strong players or clubs are the usual sources. Following a specific federation's announcements ahead of a major championship is the most reliable way to know coverage will exist before the event starts.
Related questions
Is there usually English commentary?
Not always, coverage is frequently in Chinese or Vietnamese depending on the host federation; some events add English commentary for bigger international fields.
Can I see the games afterward if I miss the live broadcast?
Often yes, as a game record or replay, though the availability depends on the specific organiser.
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