Updated: 2025.12.04

Renji Mao is a Chinese professional poker player and two-time WSOP bracelet winner, widely recognized for his versatility in both No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha across the Asian and international high-stakes circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $4.2 million in total live earnings, Renji Mao currently sits in the top 15 of the China All Time Money List on The Hendon Mob. While he first grabbed global attention by winning a WSOP bracelet in 2023 in the $800 Deepstack event for $402,588, his career reached new heights in 2025. He secured his biggest live cash to date at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju II , finishing 2nd in the $25k WPT Global Slam for $882,328. He further solidified his status by winning his second bracelet at the 2025 WSOP Europe, taking down the €5k Pot Limit Omaha event for €213,600.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Beijing, China, Mao is part of the new wave of Chinese professionals dominating the global scene. He spent years grinding the Asian circuit, including the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and events in South Korea, before making his mark in Las Vegas. His breakout moment came in 2023 when he topped a massive field of 4,747 players to win his first bracelet, ending a long drought for Chinese players at the series. Since then, he has successfully transitioned to the High Roller arena, regularly competing in Triton Series events and earning titles in major festivals like the Jeju Poker Festival.

Play Style & Strategy

Mao is celebrated for his adaptability and “gear-switching” ability. In his 2023 bracelet win, he famously adjusted from a conservative strategy to hyper-aggression heads-up to dismantle his opponent. Unlike many Hold’em specialists, Mao is also an elite Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) player, evidenced by his 2025 WSOPE victory and APT High Roller PLO wins. This multi-format expertise allows him to hunt for value in a wider range of tournaments than most of his peers.