Seongho Cho

Seongho Cho is a South Korean professional poker player who has made a name for himself on the international tournament circuit, particularly in Asia-Pacific events. With multiple titles on the World Poker Tour (WPT) Cambodia series and consistent cashes across Vietnam events, he has become a recognized figure in the Korean poker community. According to SMP Poker Index data, his total live earnings exceed $12,000, with a biggest win of $4,880.

Cho has claimed three WPT champion titles, all achieved at the NagaWorld Phnom Penh in Cambodia. His first trophy came in January 2024 during the WPT Cambodia series, where he also won a second title in the same series. He returned to win his third WPT title in July 2024, this time in the Super Stack event. Notably, during one of these victories, Cho famously came back from just two big blinds to win the tournament, demonstrating exceptional short-stack skills and mental resilience.

Cho has been a regular in high-entry events across Asia. In 2025 and 2026, he cashed in several major tournaments:

• VPT Championship III Main Event (May 2026): 33rd place out of 969 entries, earning $4,900
• USOP Vietnam HaLong Bay Championship Event (May 2026): 114th place out of 1,058 entries, earning $1,900
• NCPC Poker Championship DeepStack (November 2025): 20th place out of 274 entries, earning $870
• VPT Championship Main Event (April 2025): 78th place out of 983 entries, earning $2,500

Based on his tournament trajectory, Cho appears to be a formidable short-stack player who thrives under pressure. His ability to recover from near elimination and still win titles suggests a patient, adaptive approach. He is comfortable in large-field events, often navigating through thousands of opponents to reach deep runs.

Cho's multiple WPT wins place him among the most successful Korean players on the World Poker Tour. His achievements have been covered by poker news outlets such as P4Poker and SoMuchPoker, highlighting his fearless play and comeback ability. As of 2026, he continues to actively compete in Asia-Pacific tournaments, aiming to add to his trophy collection.