Daon Kang
South Korea
Daon Kang is a South Korean professional poker player who has participated in major Asian tournaments such as the APPT and USOP. His most notable live cash came in 2018 when he finished 7th in the PokerStars APPT Manila Main Event for ₱1,400,000.
Player Overview
Daon Kang is a South Korean poker player who competes in live tournaments across Asia. His career includes appearances in APPT, USOP, and APT events, with a significant result in the 2018 APPT Manila Main Event.
Notable Achievements
In August 2018, Kang (listed as Daesoon Kang) finished 7th in the PokerStars.net APPT Manila Main Event, earning ₱1,400,000 (approximately $27,000). The tournament had 1,364 entries and a buy-in of ₱55,000.
Recent Activity
Kang has been active in Asian poker tours in 2024 and 2025:
- USOP Japan 2025 Osaka (October 2025) – Mystery DRAGON event
- USOP Hai Phong Grand Finale 2024 (December 2024) – Mini Main Event
- APT Manila, Philippines 2024 (October–November 2024) – APT Main Event
- PokerStars LIVE APPT Manila Championship 2024 (October 2024)
No cash results from these events are publicly recorded.
Personal
Details about Kang's background, playing style, and off-the-felt life are not available in public records.
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