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Chik Fatt “Carter” Chan is a professional poker player from Singapore who has rapidly ascended the ranks of the Asian poker scene. He is widely recognized for his historic victory at the Poker Dream 19 Main Event, which solidified his status as one of Singapore’s top tournament competitors.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live earnings of $183,585, Carter Chan has become a significant force in Southeast Asian mid-to-high stakes tournaments. He currently holds the 53rd position on the Singapore All Time Money List.
Key tournament highlights include:
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Poker Dream 19 Malaysia (2025): Secured a monumental career-best score of $139,911 (RM 589,000) by winning the Main Event.
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Poker Dream 19 Malaysia (2025): Continued his dominant series with a 6th-place finish in the Mystery Bounty for $6,271.
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Aussie Millions Poker Championship (2020): Demonstrated his international reach with a 14th-place finish in the Bounty Event for $5,929.
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Poker Dream Malaysia (2023): Captured a title in the Midnight Hyper Turbo for $4,691.
For a full breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Chik Fatt Chan Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and currently residing in Singapore, Carter Chan has become a fixture at major regional festivals in Malaysia, Taiwan, and Cambodia. While he has been active in the circuit for several years-recording cashes as far back as the 2020 Aussie Millions-his career reached a new trajectory in 2025. His victory at the Poker Dream 19 Main Event in Kuala Lumpur marked his entry into the $100,000 club for single scores, making him one of the most talked-about players in the Singaporean poker community.
Play Style & Strategy
Chan is recognized for a highly adaptable and versatile tournament strategy. His success across varied formats-ranging from slow-structured Main Events to high-speed Hyper Turbos-suggests a deep understanding of tournament dynamics and blind pressure. His ability to navigate massive fields, such as the Poker Dream Main Event, points to a patient and clinical approach during the middle and bubble stages. Conversely, his titles in bounty and turbo formats highlight an aggressive edge and the technical proficiency required to excel in high-variance, short-stacked environments.
Originally from the Lake District, UK, I’ve spent the last few years living and breathing the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, I’ve been a fixture on the floor at the APT, PokerStars, and WSOP events, serving as a lead reporter and media specialist for Somuchpoker. My work is about more than just recording action; I manage the social media and digital content that brings action rail to the fans. By combining a business education and creative background, I aim to look past the technical hand histories to capture the actual human grit and drama that happens during a deep run.
