Hyung Taek Jo
South Korea
Hyung Taek Jo is a South Korean professional poker player who has competed in major Asian poker tours, including the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) and U Series of Poker (USOP). His largest recorded cash to date is $741 from the APPT Cambodia 2025 NAGAWORLD Kickoff event.
Overview
Hyung Taek Jo is a poker player from South Korea who has been active in the Asian tournament circuit. While detailed career statistics are limited, available records indicate participation in events organized by the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) and the U Series of Poker (USOP). His live tournament earnings in the Asia-Pacific region total $741, with his largest cash coming from a $500 buy-in event in Cambodia.
Tournament Highlights
APPT Cambodia 2025
In May 2025, Jo entered the NAGAWORLD Kickoff event during the APPT Cambodia series. The tournament had a buy-in of $500 and attracted 167 entrants. Jo finished in 31st place, earning $741—his career-best cash to date.
Other Events
Jo also participated in the APPT Cambodia 2024 APPT National (buy-in $900, 278 entrants) and the U Series of Poker USOP Danang Part I in Vietnam (March 2024), where he played in the Kick Off event. However, no cash results are publicly listed for these appearances.
Current Status
As of 2026, Jo's recorded live tournament earnings stand at $741, all from a single cash. He remains an active participant in the Asian poker scene, with his most recent event being the APPT Cambodia 2025.
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