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Jaegeol Cho is a South Korean professional poker player known for his consistent results in the Asian tournament circuit, establishing himself as a regular competitor in events across Taipei and other international festivals.
One of Cho's recent victories was in the NTD 6,160 + 840 No Limit Hold'em – Run It Twice – Turbo (Event #47) at the Players Series Championship II Taipei 2025. Cho secured the title and a payout of NTD124,000 (~$4,055) following a strong performance in the tournament.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $236,582 in total live earnings, Jaegeol Cho is ranked 125th on the South Korea All Time Money List. His largest career cash stands at $16,123 according to The Hendon Mob. This score was earned recently when he secured the runner-up position in the NL Hold'em – Single Re-Entry event at the APT Championship Taipei in November 2025.
Biography & Poker Background
Hailing from Seoul, South Korea, Cho focuses heavily on the burgeoning poker scene in Asia. He is a frequent participant in festivals hosted by the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and other various tournament series across Taiwan.
Play Style & Strategy
Cho maintains a high-volume tournament schedule, demonstrating an ability to succeed across various formats, from major main events to high-speed turbo tournaments. His strategy is focused on navigating large fields, evidenced by his consistent cashes in both the Wynn Summer Classic in Las Vegas and numerous recent events in Taipei.
About the Editor
Zoe Chang is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Tournament Analyst, covering live poker festivals across Asia Pacific and writing the site's SPI Score player ranking series, tracking results and rankings across markets including Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, the US, India and Australia.