“Tina” Hoong Ling Yong is a professional poker player from Malaysia who has established a significant presence in the Southeast Asian tournament circuit. She is particularly recognized for her high volume of cashes in the Poker Dream series and the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT).

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With total live tournament earnings of $30,485, Tina Hoong Ling Yong is currently ranked 219th on the Malaysia All Time Money List. She has a career-best live cash of $5,727 and is ranked among the top 100 players in Malaysia by the Global Poker Index (GPI).

Key highlights of her tournament career include:

Poker Dream 13 Malaysia (2024): Achieved her career-high score by finishing 2nd in the Deepstack Turbo for $5,727 (RM 25,586).
Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) (2025): Secured a major deep run in the Main Event, finishing 134th out of 1,076 entries for $2,336 (NT$ 71,800).
Poker Dream 15 Malaysia (2025): Reached the podium with a 3rd-place finish in the Mystery Bounty Turbo for $1,621 (RM 7,300).
Ladies Events: A consistent contender in female-only fields, including a 3rd-place finish at Poker Dream 18 Malaysia (2025) and a 3rd-place finish at Poker Dream 10 Vietnam (2024).

For a detailed breakdown of her tournament results, you can view the Tina Hoong Ling Yong Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Malaysia and currently residing in her home country, Tina Hoong Ling Yong has become one of the most active players at Resorts World Genting in Kuala Lumpur. She is currently ranked 75th for the most number of cashes at the venue, a testament to her longevity and consistency in the local scene. Since 2024, she has significantly expanded her international footprint, frequently traveling to compete in major festivals in Taiwan and Vietnam. Her rapid ascent in the rankings has seen her climb nearly 10,000 spots in the global GPI standings within a single year.

Play Style & Strategy

Yong is recognized for her proficiency in Turbo and Mystery Bounty formats, where her ability to navigate fast-paced structures has led to numerous final table appearances. Her results suggest a highly adaptable strategy that excels in high-pressure, short-stacked environments typical of “Win the Button” and “Hyper Turbo” events. Furthermore, her success in large-field Main Events, such as the TMT in Taipei, demonstrates a patient and methodical approach to multi-day tournaments. This versatility—balancing aggressive knockout play with disciplined survival—makes her one of the most consistent “in the money” finishers on the Asian circuit.

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