Wayne Lam and Fung Lin Shine as APT Championship 2025 Concludes in Spectacular Style

After 17 days of high-energy action, the Asia Poker Tour wrapped up the APT Championship 2025 on a strong note inside Taipei’s electrifying Red Space, a venue that saw multiple history-making moments in the APT history books. Wayne Lam closed out the series by capturing the victory in the Mini High Roller Championship, while Fung Li secured the final APT Mega Lion trophy in the Trip Saver Championship, officially drawing the curtain on Day 17 of APTC 2025.

Wayne Lam Crowned the Mini High Roller Championship

Riding the strong momentum of the festival, the Mini High Roller Championship drew an impressive 184-entry field (143 unique), swelling the prize pool to a staggering TWD 38,687,693 (~USD 1,239,990), marking the eighth seven-figure USD prize pool of the festival, which was a clear sign that players’ enthusiasm never wavered throughout the marathon series. In the end, it was Hong Kong’s Wayne Lam who outmaneuvered the massive turnout, clinching the title after defeating his final opponent, Wai Kiat Lee.

Lam’s triumph held threefold significance as he not only secured the life-changing top prize of TWD 8,569,093 (~USD 274,650) and claimed his maiden APT Lion trophy, but also shattered his personal best in recorded tournament earnings, finishing the final day of the series in unforgettable style.

Mini High Roller Championship Final Table Results

Winner’s Reaction

Reflecting on his victory, Lam said, “I’m feeling lucky, I’m feeling very lucky. In the end, it was just a flip, and I came out on the better end.” Commenting on his triple-significance triumph, he added with a smile, “It’s my first trophy, so I guess there’s that. I haven’t thought about the money yet.”

Lam also expressed his appreciation for the support he received, “My girlfriend is just over there, so thank you for coming to watch me play,” he said. “And thank you to the Hong Kong viewers.”

Lam’s Final Table Masterclass

While Lam credited his victory to luck, it was undeniable that he displayed the skill and composure of a true champion. Facing a star-studded final table, including Wai Kiat Lee, a high-stakes elite with over $20 million in live earnings, Paulius Plausinaitis, with more than $2 million, and Michael Egan, boasting over $1.5 million in live cashes, Lam executed a spectacular performance, eliminating his formidable opponents one by one to claim the title.

With a commanding stack, Lam called Paulius Plausinaitis’ four-bet shove with his ace-king, dominating and cracking the Lithuanian player’s ace-four to send him out in sixth place . Next on Lam’s list was Michael Egan, who fell victim to a cooler . Egan shoved ace-nine, only to run into Lam’s pocket jacks, cracking Egan’s ace-high and securing another elimination.

The final showdown came against Wai Kiat Lee. Lee attempted a comeback, flopping tens to make tens full of fives on the river, overtaking Lam’s fives full of sevens temporarily. However, Lam’s momentum proved unstoppable. Shortly after, Lee three-bet shoved pocket fours straight into Lam’s ace-queen. The river delivered an ace, cementing Lam’s victory and leaving Lee to settle for runner-up .

Fung Li Triumphs to Close Out the Series in the Trip Saver Championship

The final wave of excitement in the series came from the Trip Saver Championship at APT Championship 2025, where another Hong Kong standout, Fung Lin, claimed his first-ever APT title. The event attracted a massive 394 entries (273 unique), creating a prize pool of TWD 11,914,560 (~USD 371,096). With a minimum cash of TWD 58,400 (~USD 1,819) for 55 players, the atmosphere was electric as competitors battled for the last Mega Lion trophy of the series.

Rising to the occasion, Lin captured his maiden APT title in spectacular fashion, taking home the career-defining top prize of TWD 2,310,960 (~USD 71,994). An amateur player, Lin’s breakthrough victory quadrupled his career live earnings and marked the largest score of his poker journey, capping off the series with a memorable finale.

Trip Saver Championship Final Table Results

South Korea’s Wonchul Bae finished second, pocketing TWD 1,465,500 (~USD 45,646) and narrowly missing the chance to surpass USD 1 million in live earnings, while the Philippines’ Vamerdino Magsakay, a four-time APT champion aiming for a fifth, took third with TWD 1,059,200 (~USD 33,001), rounding out a thrilling finale to the festival.

With the Mini High Roller and Trip Saver Championship wrapping up in spectacular fashion, the APT Championship 2025 drew to a thrilling close. From record-breaking prize pools to breakthrough victories by Wayne Lam and Fung Lin, the final day showcased the skill, resilience, and excitement that defined the entire series. As the curtain falls on 17 days of high-stakes action at Taipei’s electrifying Red Space, the festival leaves behind unforgettable moments, history-making performances, and a legacy that will be remembered by players and fans alike.