Shih Chieh Su
Taiwan
Shih Chieh Su is a Taiwanese poker player who gained early recognition in 2011 by leading the Asian Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Macau Main Event after Day 1B, outlasting a field of 575 entrants that included Phil Ivey. More recently, he cashed in the 2026 Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) 19, finishing 38th in a NLH Head Hunter event for $160. His career earnings are modest but his APPT performance highlights his potential on the Asian tournament circuit.
Early Career and Notable Performance
Shih Chieh Su first drew attention at the 2011 Asian Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Macau Main Event. After Day 1B, he held the chip lead with 171,800 chips, ahead of a field of 575 players that included poker legend Phil Ivey, as well as other notable competitors such as Daniel Francis and Bryan Huang. Although the final result of that event is not documented, the performance established him as a capable player on the Asian circuit.
Recent Tournament Results
In 2026, Su participated in the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) 19, specifically the NLH Head Hunter (Bounty $1,000) event. He finished 38th out of 292 entries, earning $160. His Somuchpoker Poker Index (SPI) rating stood at 124.41 as of 2026.
Playing Style
While specific details of his playing style are not publicly available from tournament reports, his chip-leading performance at the APPT suggests an aggressive and opportunistic approach, capable of navigating large fields and challenging competition.
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