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Khoa Anh Ngo is a professional poker player from Hanoi, Vietnam. He has established himself as one of the country’s elite tournament players, currently ranked 11th on the Vietnam All Time Money List. In late 2025, Ngo made headlines by capturing his first major Asian Poker Tour (APT) High Roller title and crossing the $1,000,000 career earnings milestone.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Khoa Anh Ngo has amassed over $1,100,000 in total live earnings. His breakout year occurred in 2025, where he secured multiple career-best scores in South Korea.
His most notable recent achievements include:
- Victory at the APT Jeju 2025 High Roller (October 2025). Ngo topped a record-breaking field to win KRW 261,400,000 (~$186,715). He defeated German pro Fabian Gumz in a dramatic heads-up match to secure the “Golden Lion” trophy.
- Winner of the $2,000 NLH One Night event at Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju (September 2025), earning $58,700. This victory proved his ability to compete in the prestigious Triton environment.
- A deep run in the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas (December 2024), where he finished 127th for roughly $27,000, showcasing his skills on the global stage.
- Final table appearance at the APT Summer Series Hanoi High Roller (2023), finishing 6th for VND 620,250,000.
Biography & Poker Background
Khoa Anh Ngo is a central figure in the Vietnamese poker community, often competing in major festivals in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. While he built his bankroll grinding local series like the Vietnam Poker League (VPL) and USOP, his transition to the regional High Roller circuit has been seamless.
His victory in Jeju was particularly historic as he navigated the largest High Roller field in APT Korea history (305 entries), cementing his reputation as a player capable of handling massive pressure and elite competition.
Play Style & Strategy
Khoa Anh Ngo is known for his aggressive yet calculated play style. His heads-up performance against Fabian Gumz at APT Jeju was described as “lightning-fast,” indicating a player who is decisive and confident in short-handed situations. His success in both “One Night” turbos (Triton) and deep-stacked High Rollers suggests versatility across different tournament structures.
