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Ethan Yau, universally known by his moniker "Rampage," is a trailblazing professional poker player and content creator who has redefined what it means to be a "poker pro" in the digital age. Rising to fame through his high-energy YouTube vlogs, Yau transitioned from $1/$3 cash games to winning a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet and a World Poker Tour (WPT) High Roller title. In 2026, Yau has reached a new career apex; no longer viewed as just a vlogger, he is now a respected high-stakes regular with deep runs on the PokerGO Tour (PGT) and a growing presence in the world's most elite Super High Roller fields.
Career Earnings & 2026 "Tournament Heater"
As of March 2026, Ethan Yau’s total live tournament earnings have officially surpassed $3,385,700 (according to The Hendon Mob), ranking him 11th on the Massachusetts All-Time Money List. After a volatile 2025, Yau entered 2026 on a historic tear, highlighted by a runner-up finish in the PGT Kickoff $5,300 Event for $105,125 and another final table (5th) in the same series for $40,500. His career-best score remains his 2022 WPT World Championship $25,000 High Roller victory for $894,240. His estimated poker net worth, factoring in substantial YouTube revenue and high-stakes cash game profits, is estimated at over $5 million.
Major Tournament Results:
Year | Event | Prize |
|---|---|---|
2022 | WPT World Championship $25,000 High Roller (1st) | $894,240 |
2020 | WSOP Online $500 Grande Finale (1st – Bracelet) | $164,494 |
2026 | PGT Kickoff $5,300 NLHE (2nd) | $105,125 |
2021 | MSPT Venetian $1,100 Main Event (1st) | $230,379 |
Biography: From "The Punter" to The Professional
Rampage’s journey began in 2018, documenting his modest sessions in New England card rooms. His raw, honest portrayal of the "poker grind", including massive losses and questionable bluffs, built a community of over 350,000 subscribers. However, Yau's narrative shifted when he won a WSOP bracelet from his bedroom in 2020, followed by a meteoric rise through the high-stakes ranks. In early 2026, Yau publicly committed to "playing for the Hall of Fame," vowing to transition from high-stakes gambling to technical mastery. He is currently a part-owner of The Lodge Card Club in Texas and remains one of the most influential ambassadors for the game's growth among younger audiences.
Play Style & Strategy
Yau is famous for an unpredictable and highly aggressive "poker vlog style" that he has refined into a professional weapon. While critics once dismissed his play as "punting," his 2025 and 2026 results show a deep integration of modern solver heuristics and range balancing. He excels in High Roller formats, where his willingness to pull the trigger on massive bluffs creates a difficult psychological landscape for GTO-focused opponents. Strategically, his greatest strength is his transparency and resilience; he is one of the few players who openly shares his downswings, using them as fuel to study harder and return to the tables with improved "mental game" fortitude.
Social Media & Online Presence
Watch Ethan's journey in real-time as he chases his second bracelet and a Top 10 spot on the MA money list:
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