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Updated: 2026.02.15

Chia Wei Chang is a professional poker player from Taiwan and a prominent figure in the Asian tournament circuit. He is currently recognized for his exceptional consistency in high-volume regional festivals and his breakout performances during the 2024–2026 seasons.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

As of February 2026, Chia Wei Chang has accumulated total live earnings of over USD 102,000, ranking him 234th on the Taiwan All-Time Money List according to The Hendon Mob. his career-best cash stands USD 18,201, where he triumphed in the Mystery and Survival Bounty at TMT 19 for a combined payout of TWD 573,100 (~USD 18,201). He has established himself as a prolific “In The Money” (ITM) finisher, with over 100 recorded live cashes across major tours including the Asian Poker Tour (APT) , World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime , and the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) .

His career reached a spectacular milestone during the record-breaking 19th Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT 19) in early 2026. Chang was one of the standout performers of the series, capturing a prestigious title:

1st Place: TMT 19 Mystery and Survival Bounty for a significant combined payout of TWD 573,100 (~USD 18,201).
362nd Place: TMT 19 Mini Main Event (outlasting nearly 4,000 entries).

Other major career highlights include:

4th Place: Manila Megastack 20 (2024) Megastack Turbo for PHP 150,000 (~USD 2,557).
2nd Place: Manila Megastack 17 (2023) 6 Handed Turbo for PHP 76,000 (~USD 1,368).
39th Place: WPT Prime Taiwan 2025 8-Max Championship for TWD 43,000 (~USD 1,438).
1st Place: Multiple victories in local CTP Taipei and Linkou “Rookie” and “Monster Stack” championships.

Biography & Poker Background

Based in Taiwan, Chia Wei Chang is a cornerstone of the CTP Club (Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Association). He represents the elite tier of domestic talent that has fueled the explosive growth of the Taiwanese poker scene. Chang is often recognized for his exceptional volume, having recorded deep runs in nearly every major festival stop in Taipei, Manila, and Incheon. He successfully transitioned from a dedicated high-volume grinder to a championship-level regular, specializing in mid-stakes No Limit Hold’em and high-velocity bounty formats.

Play Style & Strategy

Chia Wei Chang is recognized for a highly resilient and opportunistic tournament strategy. He excels in Bounty and Turbo formats, where his ability to calculate equity and apply pressure in high-variance situations has led to multiple titles. During his victory in the TMT 19 Mystery and Survival Bounty, live reporting highlighted his tactical discipline and ability to navigate high-pressure final table bubbles. His strategy often centers on a solid fundamental No Limit Hold’em baseline, allowing him to navigate the massive, multi-thousand-entry fields typical of the Asian poker boom.

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