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The vast majority of the competition consisted of players from the [[European Mahjong Association]] and those from Japan. Invites were sent to other countries, namely the United States, Canada, China, and Korea. Spots were reserved for "rest of the world" as well; four players from Singapore and Australia (two each) took the opportunity to participate. In total, the tournament featured a field of 120 players. | The vast majority of the competition consisted of players from the [[European Mahjong Association]] and those from Japan. Invites were sent to other countries, namely the United States, Canada, China, and Korea. Spots were reserved for "rest of the world" as well; four players from Singapore and Australia (two each) took the opportunity to participate. In total, the tournament featured a field of 120 players. | ||
The concept of a world championship was presented by [[Martin Rep]]. The French riichi club | The concept of a world championship was presented by [[Martin Rep]]. The French riichi club [[Tri Nitro Tiles]] (TNT) offered to hold the tournament in Puteaux, near Paris, France. This proposal was accepted by the [[EMA]], [[JPML]], [[USPML]] and [[FFMJ]]. | ||
== Rule modifications == | == Rule modifications == | ||