Hung Te Lee

Hung Te Lee (also recorded as Hungte Lee) is a Taiwanese professional poker player who has rapidly risen through the ranks of the Asian poker scene. Known for his patient, disciplined style, he has built a career marked by consistent cashes and a landmark victory that put him on the map.

Hung Te Lee’s career-defining moment came on May 3, 2025, when he won the APT Taipei Mini Main Event – a record-breaking tournament that drew 930 runners and generated a TWD 15.6 million (~USD 510,000) prize pool. Lee took home the top prize of TWD 6.5 million (~USD 201,965), the largest cash of his career. The event was part of the ten-day APT Taipei festival, which also featured the largest APT High Roller field in history.

Beyond his APT win, Lee has posted several other notable results:

• 5th Place – Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) 18 High Roller (2025)
• 36th Place – APT Championship Taipei High Roller – Ultra Stack (November 2025, ~$3,948)
• 13th Place – Gods of Poker – Titan Stack (January 2026, ~$1,889)
• 20th Place – Gods of Poker – Mystery Bounty (January 2026, ~$854)

According to profiles on Somuchpoker and The Hendon Mob, Lee has cashed in 29 of his 32 recorded live events, demonstrating remarkable consistency.

As of 2025-2026, Hung Te Lee’s total live tournament earnings stand at $208,656 – $265,625 (sources vary). He ranks 218th on the Taiwan All Time Money List and has reached a career-high Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking within the top 6,500 worldwide. His largest cash prior to the APT win was $17,166 for a 4th-place finish in the HKPPA Premier League Main Event.

Lee is described as a patient and calculated player, who picks his spots carefully. His ability to navigate massive fields – such as the 930-entry Mini Main Event – speaks to strong fundamentals and mental stamina. While not an overly aggressive player, he capitalizes on opportunities and avoids unnecessary risks, a style that has yielded consistent results in high-stakes Asian tournaments.

Hung Te Lee’s success has inspired a new generation of Taiwanese poker players. His landmark win at APT Taipei demonstrated that players from the region can compete with international fields. As he continues to add to his resume, Lee is poised to become a fixture on the Asian poker circuit for years to come.