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.

Updated: 2025.12.15

Adam Ford is an Australian professional poker player who has rapidly emerged as a formidable competitor in the Asian poker circuit, particularly within the Philippines. Known for his high volume of play and consistent final table appearances in Manila, he has established himself as a rising talent to watch in the region’s mid-stakes tournaments.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Ford has accumulated $22,507 in total live earnings, a figure built largely on a breakout run in late 2025. His career-best score came at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Manila Championship in October 2025, where he finished 2nd in the Double Stack event for ₱224,000 ($3,860). He followed this with another impressive runner-up finish at the Manila Megastack 23 Start Up event in November 2025, securing ₱201,500 ($3,428). These results are bolstered by multiple deep runs, including an 8th place finish in the Philippine Poker Millions (PPM) High Roller and a 3rd place finish in the PPM Closer event.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Ford has transitioned his focus to the thriving poker scene in Manila, Philippines. He has become a regular fixture at major venues like the Metro Card Club and PokerStars Live Manila, logging results across nearly every major festival in the latter half of 2025. While his roots are in Australia, where he competed in the Australian Poker League (APL), his recent relocation or extended grinding in Asia has proven highly profitable, allowing him to notch double-digit cash results in a single year.

Play Style & Strategy

Ford’s recent results demonstrate a remarkable adaptability across various tournament speeds and structures. He has shown the patience required for deep-stack play, evidenced by his runner-up finish in the APPT Double Stack, while simultaneously crushing faster formats like the Manila Megastack Hyper Turbo, where he finished 3rd. This ability to switch gears between the technical precision of standard events and the high-variance pressure of turbos suggests a well-rounded strategy focused on volume and ICM awareness.

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