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World Sudoku Championship
WSC 2018 — Prague, Czech Republic
Results, winners, venue overview & official handbook
Your one-page hub for the 13th WSC 2018 World Sudoku Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. Below you’ll find a concise event overview, the official final standings (top 10 first) with full results, key highlights, and a fast on-page viewer for the official Instruction Handbook.
WSC 2018 Key Highlights
WSC Date5-6th November
WSC Year2018
Host CountryCzech Republic
Host CityPrague
Event13th WSC
VenueHotel International Prague
Individual Winner🥇 Kota Morinishi (Japan)
Team WinnerJapan
WSC 2018 — Competition Overview
The 2018 World Sudoku Championship took place from 5–6 November 2018 in Prague, Czech Republic, hosted at the Hotel International Prague. Situated in the historic Dejvice district, the venue provided an elegant and comfortable setting for competitors from around the world. Participants gathered in the Czech capital for two exciting days of top-level Sudoku competition, surrounded by the city’s stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage.
The championship saw an outstanding display of talent, with Kota Morinishi of Japan claiming the individual world title, followed by Bastien Vial-Jaime of France in second place and Tiit Vunk of Estonia in third. In the team category, Japan secured gold, China earned silver, and Germany took bronze after a strong collective performance.
The Prague event was praised for its excellent organization and friendly spirit, featuring a balanced mix of classic Sudoku and creative new puzzle variants. Between rounds, participants enjoyed exploring Prague’s historic streets, cafés, and landmarks, making the 13th WSC a memorable and well-loved chapter in the championship’s ongoing history.
Final Standings — Individuals (Top 10 shown first)
| Official Final Rank | Player Name | Country | Preliminary Rank |
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Explanation “Preliminary Rank” reflects the position after qualifying rounds. “Official Final Rank” comes from the championship’s final determination.
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Final Team Standings (Top 10 shown first)
| Official Final Rank | Team | Team Points |
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Instruction Handbook (on-page viewer)
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