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Updated: 2025.12.19

Anthony Gabitan is a Filipino professional poker player and a prominent figure in the Southeast Asian poker scene, widely recognized as a “spadie” winner and a consistent high-performer in major Manila-based festivals.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Anthony Gabitan has total earnings of $185,268. He currently holds a strong position in the top 70 of the Philippines All Time Money List. One of his standout career achievements came in August 2025 during the Asia Pacific Poker Tour – APPT Manila Championship, where he finished as the runner-up in the Mini Main Event for PHP 990,000 (∼$17,300).

Gabitan has a storied history with the Manila Megastack series in PokerStars LIVE Manila . In December 2024, he secured a title in the Manila Megastack 20 Bubble Rush for PHP 126,492 ($2,161) and recently continued this momentum at Manila Megastack 23 in December 2025, placing 9th in the 6-Handed event. His diverse resume also includes a victory in the APPT Manila Championship Last Chance Super Hyper Turbo for PHP 126,492 ($2,157) and a final table finish in the Okada Manila Millions for PHP 198,944 ($3,495).

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from the Philippines, Gabitan has been a mainstay of the local circuit for over a decade, with recorded cashes dating back to Manila Megastack 2 in 2015. He is a regular at PokerStars LIVE Manila and the Metro Card Club, often competing in regional staples like the Manila Super Series and the Asian Poker Tour (APT). Over the years, he has successfully transitioned from a local tournament regular to a respected international competitor, known for outlasting massive fields in the Philippines’ most prestigious events.

Play Style & Strategy

Gabitan is known for an aggressive and highly adaptable play style, particularly excelling in fast-paced formats like Hyper Turbo and Bubble Rush. His ability to navigate the high-pressure environment of “last chance” events and short-handed final tables demonstrates a strong grasp of tournament dynamics and exploitation. Whether navigating the multi-day grind of a Main Event or the rapid-fire decision-making of a Survivor Knockout, his resilience and tactical patience make him a dangerous opponent at any stakes.

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