Chung Tang Lin is a Taiwanese professional poker player who has rapidly ascended the ranks of the Asian tournament scene, recently capturing multiple major titles and establishing himself as a formidable high-stakes competitor.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, his total earnings stand at $226,270. Lin’s career reached a massive turning point in 2025 with two six-figure USD milestones. His career-best score occurred in June 2025 at the K Poker Cup (KPC) in Jeju, South Korea. Competing in the KRW 1,300,000 KPC Main Event (Event #5), he outlasted a record-breaking field of 1,432 entries to claim the title and a massive payout of KRW 183,990,000 (∼$132,527) following a post-ICM deal.

Lin proved this was no fluke just months later in August 2025 at the PS Championship II Taipei. In the NTD 50,000 No Limit Hold’em – Natural8 Open High Roller, he survived a grueling eight-hour heads-up battle to win the trophy and NTD 1,002,000 (∼$31,230). His hot streak continued into November 2025 at the Jeju Poker Festival, where he secured a 6th-place finish in the KRW 1,000,000 K Poker Cup for KRW 5,700,000 (∼$4,130) and 27th in the KRW 2,500,000 Red Dragon Championship for KRW 10,770,000 (∼$7,810).

Biography & Poker Background

Hailing from Taiwan, Lin has become one of the most successful “homegrown” talents in the Taipei poker community. He is a regular fixture at the Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Association (CTP) Club and has been a driving force behind Taiwan’s rise as a global poker destination. While he initially built his bankroll in local mid-stakes events like the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) and Zodiac Series of Poker, his transition to international championships in 2025 has seen him climb into the top 100 on the Taiwan All Time Money List.

Play Style & Strategy

Lin is recognized for a resilient and highly analytical tournament strategy, particularly effective in large-field “Marathon” structures. His victory in the KPC Main Event demonstrated his elite mental stamina and ability to navigate high-variance fields. He is known for a balanced approach that blends solid fundamental defense with aggressive, exploitative adjustments in short-handed play. His performance during the marathon heads-up for the Natural8 Open High Roller title showcased his technical proficiency and patience, making him one of the most dangerous final-table opponents on the current Asian circuit.

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