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Ace Poker League: Elevating Korean Poker on the Global Stage

Ace Poker League

Jessy
JessyTechnical Editor & Data Specialist

With the goal of exposing more Koreans to the international scene, in 2016 South Korean Judic Kim established Ace Poker League (APL), then known as Asia Poker League. In its first year, APL partnered with Beijing Poker Cup for its debut event in China. 

In 2018, the brand set up camp in the Philippines, becoming the first brand to host international caliber events in the northern part of the country, home to a large community of Koreans. APL also expanded its reach into Vietnam and Taiwan.

During the pandemic, the APL focused all of its attention in South Korea where it operated outside of casino establishments in larger conference rooms of hotels. The brand changed its name to Ace Poker League and went on to become the largest live tour in the country, hosting blockbuster events in Seoul, Daegu, and Seongnam. In 2023, APL returned to the Philippines for its first event in the country under the new name. 

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About the Editor

Jessy

Jessy is SoMuchPoker's Technical Editor and Data Specialist, managing the live poker event database and publishing festival schedules for the site. A background in programming and data architecture shapes how he builds and maintains this database, with an emphasis on speed and accuracy.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ace Poker League (APL)?

The Ace Poker League (APL), founded by Judic Kim in 2016, originally known as Asia Poker League, aims to introduce more Koreans to the international poker scene. It hosts high-caliber poker events across Asia.

Where has APL hosted events?

APL has held events in various countries including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Taiwan. It is also well-established in South Korea, where it became the largest live poker tour, with events in cities like Seoul, Daegu, and Seongnam.

What was the original partnership with Beijing Poker Cup?

In its first year, APL partnered with Beijing Poker Cup to host its debut event in China.

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