Shun Tsurumi
Japan
Shun Tsurumi is a Japanese professional poker player with consistent cashes on the Asian Poker Tour. He has notable results including a 6th place finish in APT Incheon 2025 and a deep run in the record-breaking APT Jeju Classic 2026 Main Event, where he also eliminated the bubble boy. He is recognized as one of Japan's top poker talents.
Career Highlights
Shun Tsurumi has made his mark on the Asian Poker Tour (APT) with several strong performances. His most notable result came in August 2025 at the APT Incheon, where he finished 6th in a No-Limit Hold'em event, earning $5,105 USD. He also placed 15th in a freezeout event at APT Jeju South Korea in September 2025, taking home $2,800 USD.
In 2026, Tsurumi participated in the APT Jeju Classic Main Event, which drew a record-breaking 1,718 entries – the largest international poker tournament ever held in Korea. He finished 106th out of 1,718 players, cashing for $3,800 USD.
Notable Tournament Moments
During Day 2 of the APT Jeju Classic 2026 Main Event, Tsurumi became the bubble boy's eliminator. With the money bubble approaching, he eliminated Lei Song by spiking a four on the turn with five-four suited, guaranteeing the remaining field a spot in the paid positions. This pivotal hand marked Tsurumi's presence in the tournament's dramatic moments.
Earnings and Net Worth
According to publicly available records, Shun Tsurumi's total live tournament earnings are estimated at $14,850 USD, with his largest single cash being $5,105 from the APT Incheon event. He has cashed in five of his six recorded live tournaments, demonstrating consistent performance on the Asian poker circuit.
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