Henry Hoo Bai Ming is a professional poker player from Singapore who has established himself as a high-volume competitor in the Southeast Asian tournament circuit. He is widely recognized for his consistency in the Singapore Poker Championships (SPC) and recent deep runs in major regional festivals across Vietnam, Malaysia, and South Korea.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live earnings of $41,123, Henry Hoo is currently ranked 190th on the Singapore All Time Money List. He maintains a high global activity level, currently holding a Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking of #15,253.
Key tournament highlights include:
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Singapore Poker Championships 13 (2019): Secured his career-best live score of $7,319 (S$ 10,000) for a 3rd-place finish in the High Roller event.
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Grand Loyal Poker Championships III (2026): Reached the final table and finished 1st in a side event in Hanoi, following it with a 7th-place finish in the Superstack for $324.
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Gods of Poker (GOP) Jeju (2025): Finished 18th in the Main Event for $5,968 (KRW 8,790,000).
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GLPC Powered by USOP Hanoi (2025): Achieved a runner-up finish in a Deepstack Mega Turbo for $820 (VND 21,600,000).
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Poker Dream 18 Malaysia (2025): Recorded a deep run in the Main Event, finishing 129th for $1,937.
For a full breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Henry Hoo Bai Ming Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and currently residing in Singapore, Henry Hoo has been a staple of the “Cruise” poker scene (SPC) for several years, dating back to at least 2018. Since late 2024, he has significantly expanded his international footprint, becoming a frequent participant in the Poker Dream and USOP circuits in Vietnam and Malaysia. His rise in the regional rankings reflects a transition from local specialist to a full-time circuit regular, frequently traveling to major hubs like Resorts World Genting and Hanoi.
Play Style & Strategy
Hoo is recognized for a resilient and highly adaptable tournament strategy, with a particular proficiency in Deepstack and Turbo formats. His results suggest an edge in short-handed and fast-paced environments, as evidenced by his multiple top-3 finishes in “Mega Turbo” and “Superstack” side events.
In larger field tournaments, such as the Poker Dream and GOP Main Events, he demonstrates a patient, fundamental approach that allows him to consistently navigate the middle stages and secure “In The Money” finishes. His ability to pivot between the conservative play required for long-form Main Events and the high-aggression tactics needed for Turbo trophies marks him as a versatile and dangerous opponent in the Asian mid-stakes community.
