Poker player

Minkyun Kim

South Korea

Minkyun Kim, a Korean poker player, ranked 13602nd in the world, with a career total prize money of $247,744. Although not a top-tier player, he has shown consistent strength in many events, known for solid fundamentals and calm decision-making.

Career earnings: $ 247,74413 views

Early Career

Minkyun Kim's earliest recorded live tournament results date back to 2016. In the 2016 APT Manila Main Event (Event #7), he finished 30th for ₱61,000, marking his first notable performance in a major event.

WSOP Results

Minkyun Kim has performed consistently in WSOP series, cashing multiple times. Below are his key WSOP cashes over the years:

  • 2021 WSOP: Four cashes, including Event #83: The Closer – 44th place ($8,550), Event #30: MONSTER STACK – 187th ($3,924), Event #86: Super Turbo – 155th ($803), and Event #59: TAG TEAM – 16th ($1,918).
  • 2022 WSOP: In Event #1: $500 Casino Employees No-Limit Hold'em, he finished 11th for $33,924, his career largest single cash.
  • 2023 WSOP: In Event #88: The Closer, he placed 471st for $2,403.
  • 2024 WSOP: In Event #98: The Closer, he placed 366th for $3,000.

As of 2024, Minkyun Kim's total WSOP earnings stand at $59,245, with nearly half coming from his high finish in 2022.

Other Events

In the Asian Poker Tour (APT), Minkyun Kim finished 109th in the 2024 APT Manila Main Event (Event #31) for ₱200,000 (approximately $3,400). Additionally, in March 2023, he tied for first place with several other players in a side event at WPT Prime Cambodia, demonstrating competitiveness in mid- and low-stakes tournaments.

Career Summary

Although Minkyun Kim has yet to win a WSOP bracelet or a major tournament title, his consistent play and multiple cashes have earned him a solid reputation in the Asian poker community. His career earnings primarily come from WSOP events, and he remains active in Asia-Pacific tournaments.

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