Updated: 2025.11.21

Meng Ling “Candy” Lin is a Taiwanese professional poker player and High Roller specialist, widely recognized as one of the most successful female players in the Asian high-stakes circuit.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $1.2 million in total live earnings, Meng Ling Lin has firmly established herself in the top tier of Taiwan’s All Time Money List. Her career-defining moment came in 2025 at the Korea Poker Cup Series 2025 in Jeju, where she won the Single Day Super High Roller for a massive $479,300 . This followed a historic victory in 2024, where she became the first female player to win a High Roller title at WPT Korea. She also holds a prestigious PS Superstar Challenge title worth over $84,000.

For a detailed breakdown of all her tournament cashes, you can view the Meng Ling Lin Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Based in Taipei, Taiwan, Lin (often known by her nickname “Candy”) has transitioned from a regular enthusiast to a feared competitor in the region’s most expensive tournaments. While she frequently competes in her home ground of Taiwan (CTP Asia Poker Club), she is a staple at major international stops including the World Poker Tour (WPT), Triton Series, and Asian Poker Tour (APT) across Korea, Vietnam, and Las Vegas.

Play Style & Strategy

Unlike many players who stick to Main Events, Lin specializes in High Roller tournaments with smaller, elite fields. She is known for her exceptional composure and fearless aggression against top-tier pros. Her ability to navigate high-pressure ICM situations—often seen battling heads-up for six-figure sums—demonstrates a deep understanding of advanced tournament strategy and stack leverage.