Take a look at one of the most renowned poker players in Hong Kong – Danny Tang. Over the past couple of years, Danny has become a fixture in high roller series, establishing himself as one of the world’s top players with a WSOP bracelet and over $24 million in tournament earnings. That’s not all his achievements; Danny’s also an esteemed member of Team Hot, Natural8’s group of ambassadors.
The Rise to Poker Stardom
Danny embarked on his poker journey by participating in low-stakes tournaments in and around the UK. He found early success, finishing second in the £550 No Limit Hold’em Deepstack Main Event in Nottingham for just under $50,000. In 2016, he made his debut at the World Series of Poker, securing five cashes in his first series.
Following a year of traveling across Asia and Europe, playing in various tournament series, Danny achieved a significant breakthrough in December 2017. He won the €10,300 Pokerstars Championship High Roller in Prague, claiming nearly $450,000. This victory propelled Danny into the spotlight, earning him a reputation as a formidable tournament player.
His success continued, with substantial winnings in subsequent tournaments, including a WSOP bracelet in 2019 for the $50,000 No Limit Hold’em – High Roller event, where he took home over $1.6 million. His dedication to poker has earned him the top spot on Hendon Mob’s Hong Kong All-Time Money list with over $18 million in tournament winnings.
Notable Victories
Danny’s notable tournament victories range from the €10,300 Pokerstars Championship to the KRW 5,000,000 No Limit Hold’em – Single Day High Roller in Incheon, South Korea. However, his most significant triumph occurred at the 2019 WSOP when he secured his first WSOP bracelet by winning the $50,000 No Limit Hold’em High Roller event, defeating a formidable final table lineup and claiming over $1.6 million.
In 2023, Danny Tang dominated the Triton Poker circuit, securing four titles within a few months. His victories spanned across different formats and locations, from the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Vietnam to Cyprus and London, amassing substantial winnings and solidifying his status as one of the most formidable high-stakes players.
As of 16th January 2024, Danny’s total live earnings stand at an impressive $24,426,944, with his best live cash at $1,796,498 in the HK$1,000,000 Triton Montenegro Main Event, where he finished second to American poker pro Bryn Kenney.
In summary, Danny Tang had a remarkable 2023, accumulating over $10 million in tournament winnings. The poker community eagerly anticipates his future achievements.
