Royal Flush Heartbreak in KPC x LPT Main Event Day 8 Action; Champion Crowned Today
Day 8 at the KPC x LPT Series 2026 was a historic showcase of elite-level poker as the record-breaking Main Event finally narrowed its field. After six opening flights brought in a staggering 2,030 entries, creating a prize pool of KRW 2,375,100,000 (~USD 1,629,761) , the focus shifted to the Day 2 restart. The session was relentless, whittling down the 224 returning players to a final group of 25 survivors who return today to crown a champion.
Taiwan’s Huanyu Chen will lead the charge into the final day after an incredible run that saw him bag the chip lead. Chen, a seasoned competitor with over $113,800 in live earnings and a WPT Prime Taiwan title to his name, positioned himself at the top of the counts following a massive early-session collision where his ace-queen flopped trips to crack pocket kings.
Hot on Chen’s heels is the high-stakes legend Quan Zhou, who bagged up 4,445,000. Zhou is currently ranked #1 in China with over $14.4 million in career earnings and will be the most formidable obstacle for the remaining field. Rounding out the top three is Hui Liu , who finished the night with 3,450,000 after a disciplined performance highlighted by several sharp river calls against aggressive opponents.
The day was also marked by a rare moment of brilliance from Yiming Li, who managed to turn a Royal Flush with king-ten of hearts. Though the table was left in shock, Li was met with a mix of excitement and frustration as his turn bet forced a quick fold, denying him a massive payout on the ultimate hand.
Yifan Cao Rockets to Victory in NLH Turbo Event
The NLH- Turbo (Event #44) saw a fast-paced field of 110 entries battle for a piece of the KRW 15,620,000 top prize.
China’s Yifan Cao emerged as the champion, outlasting a competitive final table to secure the trophy and a KRW 15,620,000 (USD 10,805) payday. Cao sealed the victory holding king-ten of hearts on the final hand.
NLH Turbo Final Table Result
| Place | Name | Country | Prize (KRW) | Prize (~USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yifan Cao | China | 15,620,000 | $10,805 |
| 2 | Kanwen Du | China | 10,410,000 | $7,200 |
| 3 | Yunchao Yu | China | 7,080,000 | $4,895 |
| 4 | Chuer Ni | China | 4,990,000 | $3,450 |
| 5 | Ning Ding | China | 3,650,000 | $2,525 |
| 6 | Yikai Fang | China | 2,780,000 | $1,925 |
| 7 | Sen Yu | China | 2,200,000 | $1,520 |
| 8 | Xiaoyu Tan | China | 1,820,000 | $1,260 |
| 9 | Zhongyao Li | China | 1,570,000 | $1,085 |
Pussacha Nonsing Claims Win The Button Title
In the fan-favorite Fun Game-Win The Button (Event #46), Thailand’s Pussacha Nonsing proved she was the one to beat. The event drew 161 entries, creating a lively atmosphere where the winner of each pot secured the dealer button for the next hand.
Nonsing eventually navigated to the top spot, defeating China’s Rushen Chen heads-up to take home the trophy and KRW 13,070,000 ($9,040). The winning moment came when Nonsing’s queen-four held up to secure her first title of the series.
Win The Button Final Table Result
| Place | Name | Country | Prize (KRW) | Prize (~USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pussacha Nonsing | Thailand | 13,070,000 | $9,040 |
| 2 | Rushen Chen | China | 8,680,000 | $6,005 |
| 3 | Chih Wei Yang | Taiwan | 6,230,000 | $4,310 |
| 4 | Tin Yan Timothy Yim | Hong Kong | 4,550,000 | $3,145 |
| 5 | Ranno Sootla | Estonia | 3,390,000 | $2,345 |
| 6 | Xiang Li | China | 2,570,000 | $1,780 |
| 7 | Chi Fan Hsu | Taiwan | 1,990,000 | $1,375 |
| 8 | Che An Shih | Taiwan | 1,570,000 | $1,085 |
| 9 | Fen Mai | Hong Kong | 1,260,000 | $870 |
KPC x LPT Hosts Its Closer Event Tomorrow
The collaborative KPC x LPT Series has officially reached its final stretch as the highly anticipated King Poker Cup events got underway today. This marks a major transition in the 16-day festival at LES A Casino , shifting focus toward the premium “King’s” branded schedule.
The “King’s” era kicked off today with the launch of the King’s Debut Opener . These exclusive events introduce a distinct high-stakes atmosphere, notably switching buy-ins to US Dollars (USD) for the remainder of the series. While the joint-festival’s flagship tournaments reach their conclusion, the debut of this all-new series brings several high-end additions designed to attract elite players from across the globe.
Originally from the Lake District, UK, I’ve spent the last few years living and breathing the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, I’ve been a fixture on the floor at the APT, PokerStars, and WSOP events, serving as a lead reporter and media specialist for Somuchpoker. My work is about more than just recording action; I manage the social media and digital content that brings action rail to the fans. By combining a business education and creative background, I aim to look past the technical hand histories to capture the actual human grit and drama that happens during a deep run.
