The fifth game of the 35th Ryuou Title series 7-game Series, where Hirose 8-dan was challenging Fujii Ryuou was held at Miyajidake Shrine in Fukutu city (located in Fukuoka prefecture) on November 25h and 26th. Score was Hirose 8-dan one win, Fujii Ryuou three wins.
Sente was Hirose 8-dan. Game form was Double wing attack. Nakamura 7-dan said
“This game development was like World cup matches between Japan and Germany.”
Fujii Ryuou was better situation balance at the opening game. Fuji Ryuou made a mistake at the middle game. After his Mistake, Hirose 8-dan chased the tie and continued to attack with bishop.
Hirose 8-dan came from behind to win with 133 moves. Fujii Ryuou was the first time that he has lost two games in Title Series 7 game matches. November 27th was Hirose 8-dan`s son`s birthday. He gave his son a wonderful Birthday Present.