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Chun Shing Lau is a Hong Kong professional poker player who captured a career-defining title by winning the APT Taipei Main Event for $528,533 (NT$16,640,100). With over $618,000 in live tournament earnings, he is one of Hong Kong's top tournament players on the Asian circuit.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings of $618,328 across 30 recorded cashes (according to The Hendon Mob), Lau has established a high-profile record in major Asia-Pacific series. His top career tournament results in reverse chronological order include:
August 2026: 11th place in the APT Incheon KRW 2,000,000 + 1,500,000 High Roller Mystery Bounty Event #51 in South Korea for $3,251 (KRW 4,600,000).
July 2026: 168th place in the K Poker Cup KRW 1,300,000 Main Event #23 in Jeju for $3,024 (KRW 4,400,000).
June 2026: 17th place in the Poker Dream 23 Taiwan SPL Cup Event #31 in Taiwan for $2,830 (NT$90,000).
April 2026: 1st place in the APT Taipei NT$55,000 Main Event #54 in Taipei for $528,533 (NT$16,640,100), capturing his career-best live score.
December 2025: 3rd place in the Asia Poker Championship Taiwan MTT Sport Warm-Up Event in Taipei for $5,585 (NT$175,000).
June 2025: 3rd place in the APLPT Queensland A$1,500 JackStar Super High Roller Event #18 in Australia for $12,051 (A$18,540).
January 2025: 1st place in the APLPT Queensland A$1,100 Single Day Shot Clock Event #26 in Gold Coast for $8,862 (A$14,400).
September 2024: 3rd place in the APT Taipei Poker Classic NT$25,000 Event #33 in Taipei for $12,786 (NT$403,700).
Biography & Poker Background
Lau originates from Hong Kong and resides in Brisbane, Australia, allowing him to seamlessly bridge the Australian and East Asian tournament circuits.
Lau began making regular appearances in Australian card rooms, quickly securing final tables in APLPT and local Brisbane events. He expanded his travel schedule across East Asia, establishing himself as a formidable presence in Taiwan and South Korea. In January 2025, he earned a title victory in Gold Coast by taking down the APLPT Single Day Shot Clock. His ultimate career breakthrough occurred in April 2026 at APT Taipei. Outlasting a massive field of 2,354 entries in the NT$55,000 Main Event, Lau captured the trophy and a staggering $528,533 payout, elevating him into the upper echelon of Hong Kong's all-time tournament money list. He maintained his strong form through mid-2026 with deep runs at Poker Dream 23, K Poker Cup, and APT Incheon.
Play Style & Strategy
Lau employs an aggressive, highly adaptable, and calculated No-Limit Hold'em tournament strategy. Excelling in large-field multi-flight main events, shot clock formats, and high-roller mystery bounty structures, he relies on relentless post-flop pressure and disciplined range construction. His ability to navigate deep through thousands of entrants in championship fields demonstrates exceptional mental stamina, sharp ICM awareness, and composure during high-stakes final table situations.
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About the Editor
Khanh Ho is a Live Content Writer at SoMuchPoker, covering major poker festivals across Southeast Asia, including APT and PokerStars LIVE events. Alongside live tournament reporting, he conducts interviews and writes player features, bringing the human stories behind the game to life.