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Alex Chong is a Hong Kong-based professional poker player who has solidified his reputation as a formidable competitor on the Asian circuit, particularly within the prestigious Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) and Asian Poker Tour (APT) festivals.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Alex Chong has total earnings of $176,486. His career reached a historic peak in October 2025 at the APPT Manila Championship, where he outlasted a elite field to win the PHP 70,000 PokerStars Red Dragon event, claiming a career-best score of PHP 3,950,000 (~$68,076).
Chong has maintained an exceptional level of consistency throughout 2025, recording multiple deep runs at Okada Manila. During the APPT Manila festival in July 2025, he secured a 5th place finish in the PHP 55,000 APPT Open for PHP 910,000 (~$15,959) and followed it with a 30th place finish in the APPT Main Event for PHP 320,000 (~$5,566). His success also extends to the Asian Poker Tour (APT) , where he recently finished as the runner-up in a PHP 30,000 No Limit Hold’em event at APT Manila for PHP 443,000 (~$7,593) and secured 32nd place in the APT Manila Main Event for PHP 371,000 (~$6,372).
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Hong Kong, Chong has become a staple of the international Asian poker community, frequently traveling to major hubs like the Philippines and Macau. He first gained international attention in 2017 with a 6th place finish at the Macau Poker Cup 27 for HKD 393,100 (~$50,236), a result that signaled his potential as a high-stakes contender.
Chong is recognized for his longevity in the game, with professional results dating back nearly a decade. He has navigated the evolving landscape of Asian poker, transitioning from the early days of the Macau scene to becoming a top-ranked player on the Hong Kong All Time Money List, where he currently sits at 95th. Beyond his major tournament wins, he is also a winner on the regional circuit, recently clinching the Kick Off event at the COD Soul Poker Fest 2025.
Play Style & Strategy
Chong is known for a calculated and resilient play style, which has allowed him to excel in some of the region’s largest and most competitive “Main Event” fields. During his victory in the PokerStars Red Dragon, he demonstrated elite mental stamina and the ability to navigate high-pressure final table dynamics against top-tier professionals.
He is recognized for a disciplined approach to stack management, often identified as a dangerous opponent during the middle and late stages of multi-day events. His ability to frequently secure deep runs in back-to-back high-buy-in events, as seen in his multiple top-tier finishes at both APPT and APT Manila, highlights a well-rounded tactical game and strong ICM awareness. Whether competing in a 1,300-entry championship or an elite side event, Chong’s strategy relies on technical precision and an ability to adapt to the high-variance nature of modern tournament poker.
