Wang Lei (go)

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Wang Lei

Name	Wang Lei
Chinese	王磊
Pinyin	Wáng Lěi
Born	December 26, 1977
Birthplace	China
Residence	China
Teacher	Nie Weiping
Rank	8 dan
Affiliation	Zhongguo Qiyuan

Wang Lei (Chinese: 王磊; Pinyin: Wáng Lěi; born December 26, 1977) is a Chinese professional Go player.

[edit] Biography

Lei started to learn Go a little late in Eastern terms, at the age of 9. Lei became a pro in 1989 when he was just 12 years old. He has risen up the ranks and currently sits at 8 dan. After almost 7 years, Lei still sits at 8p. Everyone is wondering when he'll finally reach 9p. He is a disciple of Nie Weiping.