Poker player

Chung Yi Ho

Taiwan

Chung Yi Ho is a Taiwanese professional poker player with over $299,000 in live earnings, ranking 58th on Taiwan's all-time money list. He is known for strong performances in Mystery Bounty and Hyper Turbo events across the Asian circuit, with notable titles including a USOP Hyper Turbo win and an N8TW x APT Incheon final table victory.

Career earnings: $ 345,19332 views

Overview

Chung Yi Ho is a Taiwanese professional poker player and regular competitor on the Asian live tournament circuit. his total live earnings stand at $299,126, with a best cash of $60,974. He ranks 58th on the Taiwan All Time Money List and 11,674th globally (best rank 10,645th). His Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking is 6,227th. He has attended 44 events and cashed in 33 of them, demonstrating consistent deep runs.

Major Titles & Final Tables

USOP: Poker2U Taiwan Series – Hyper Turbo Champion (2023)

On February 12, 2023, Chung Yi Ho won the Hyper Turbo event at the USOP: Poker2U Taiwan Series held at the CTP Club in Taipei. The tournament attracted 249 entrants, and he earned $2,025 for the victory.

N8TW x APT Incheon Final Table Winner

Chung Yi Ho qualified through an online satellite for the N8TW x APT Incheon final table, where he bested five other Taiwanese players to take the $1,000 first prize and the APT Lion trophy. The final table streamed live, and Ho showcased his experience with key double-ups and disciplined play, including a crucial hand where he rivered two pair with K7 against a shorter stack.

Poker Dream 12 Jeju – Mystery Bounty Runner-Up

At Poker Dream 12 in Jeju, South Korea, he finished second in a Mystery Bounty event, earning over KRW 3,400,000 (approximately $2,500).

Recent Results (2025–2026)

Based on SMP Poker Index data, Chung Yi Ho has maintained a busy schedule in Asian festivals:

  • RPT Championship II – Main Event (March 24–28, 2026): Buy-in 22,000,000 VND, prize $1,400, placed 156th out of 1,412 entries (SMP index 271.10).
  • PS Championship III Taipei – PS National Cup (March 2–3, 2026): Buy-in 10,000 TWD, prize $865, placed 32nd out of 400 (SMP index 229.38).
  • Taiwan Millions Tournament TMT 19High Roller (January 24, 2026): Buy-in 15,000 TWD, prize $1,200, placed 17th out of 165 (SMP index 231.47).
  • KPC x LPT Series 2026 – Main Event (January 6–11, 2026): Buy-in 1,300,000 KRW, prize $2,100, placed 91st out of 2,030 (SMP index 434.18).
  • APT Championship Taipei 2025 – Participated and was photographed at the series.

Playing Style

Chung Yi Ho’s results indicate a versatile and adaptable playing style. He excels in high-variance formats such as Mystery Bounty and Hyper Turbo, showcasing strong short-stack strategy and ICM pressure management. He combines disciplined patience with calculated aggression, as seen in his N8TW x APT final table where he carefully picked spots to double up and made disciplined folds when necessary.

Rankings & Statistics

  • Taiwan All Time Money List: 58th
  • Global All Time Money List: 11,674th (best rank 10,645th)
  • Global Poker Index (GPI): 6,227th
  • Total Live Earnings: $299,126
  • Best Live Cash: $60,974
  • Events Attended: 44
  • In the Money: 33

Data sources: The Hendon Mob, SMP Poker Index, USOP official report, online poker/APT report.

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