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Zihao Wang is a Chinese professional poker player who has established himself as a prominent and highly successful figure on the Asian poker circuit, frequently securing titles and deep runs in major festivals across South Korea, Macau, and the Philippines.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Zihao Wang has accumulated total live earnings of $344,526. He is currently ranked 254th on the China All Time Money List and has maintained a consistent trajectory of high-stakes results throughout 2025.
His career-best score came in May 2021 at the CPG Championship Jinan, where he championed the CNY 6,600 No Limit Hold’em – Main Event to secure a massive CNY 960,000 (∼$150,073) top prize. In 2025, Wang has continued to dominate regional fields:
- APT Manila Classic (February 2025): He secured a victory in the PHP 20,000 No Limit Hold’em – Midnight Tick Tock for PHP 723,440 (∼$12,442) and finished 5th in the PHP 120,000 High Roller – Ultra Stack for PHP 933,000 (∼$16,225).
- K Poker Cup Series (April 2025): He placed 5th in the KRW 1,000,000 Jeju Cup for KRW 12,700,000 (∼$8,865).
- Manila Megastack 23 (December 2025): Most recently, he recorded two cashes, including a 6th-place finish in the PHP 6,600 + 900 Shotclock event for PHP 45,000 (∼$762) and a 53rd-place finish in the PHP 15,000 Sunday Millions for PHP 25,000 (∼$424).
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from China, Wang is a seasoned regular in the international poker community with recorded cashes in the United States, Vietnam, and South Korea. He is a familiar face at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, where he most recently cashed in the $777 Lucky 7’s event in July 2025. His career progression reflects a highly mobile professional who effectively targets lucrative series in Asian hubs like Jeju, Macau, and Manila, contributing to his current Global Poker Index ranking of 2,798th.
Play Style & Strategy
Wang is known for a versatile and high-pressure tournament strategy, particularly excelling in fast-paced formats like “Shotclock,” “Turbo,” and “Ultra Stack” structures. His victory in the CPG Main Event and his deep run in the APT Manila High Roller demonstrate a technical proficiency in navigating both massive fields and elite high-stakes competition. Whether utilizing positional leverage in “Midnight Tick Tock” events or showing resilience in multi-day championships, Wang’s strategy is built on clinical execution and a strong understanding of tournament dynamics.
Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.
