Satoru Kobayashi
Satoru Kobayashi (小林覚, Kobayashi Satoru, born April 5, 1959) is a professional Go player.[1]
Biography
Satoru Kobayashi is a professional Go player, who plays for the Japanese Nihon Ki-in.[2] His rank is 9 dan, and he is known for his pincer style. He has one brother and sister, who are also professionals - Chizu Kobayashi and Kenji Kobayashi.
Suspension
In the beginning of 2001, Kobayashi was suspended by the Nihon Ki-in. He had accidentally injured his Chunlan Cup opponent Ryu Shikun while they were drinking at a bar, by gesturing with his hand while it held a brandy glass, breaking the glass, gashing Ryu Shikun's cheek and his own hand. Kobayashi offered to retire from Go, but the Nihon Ki-in set that offer aside. The Chinese and Koreans both pleaded for clemency toward him; the suspension was shortened from a year to 8 months, and Kobayashi was allowed to play in September.[3]
Promotion record
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1 dan
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1974 |
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2 dan
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3 dan
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4 dan
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5 dan
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6 dan
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7 dan
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8 dan
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9 dan
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1987 |
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Titles and runners-up
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