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Jayden Zalac is a high-achieving Australian professional poker player from Sydney who has become a dominant force in the Asia-Pacific tournament circuit, particularly in 2025.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Jayden Zalac has accumulated total live earnings of $334,106. He is currently ranked 338th on the Australia All Time Money List and holds a prestigious Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking of 1,741st.
Zalac has experienced a career-defining year in 2025, securing multiple titles and high-stakes final tables in the Philippines:
- APPT Manila Championship (October 2025): He recorded a massive festival, finishing 5th in the PHP 500,000 Super High Roller for PHP 1,320,000 (∼$22,673) and 7th in the PHP 300,000 High Roller for PHP 670,000 (∼$11,425). He also placed 28th in the APPT Championship Main Event for PHP 382,000 (∼$6,543).
- APPT Manila (July 2025): He captured a title in the PHP 150,000 Six Handed High Roller, earning PHP 609,020 (∼$10,682). He also secured victory in the PHP 150,000 Megastack High Roller for PHP 522,160 (∼$9,211).
- Manila Megastack 23 (October 2025): He finished 2nd in the PHP 50,000 Super Knockout for PHP 61,500 (∼$1,054).
- Australian Poker Open (April 2025): He placed 19th in the A$3,300 Main Event for A$15,600.
Earlier in his career, he achieved a breakout victory at Manila Megastack 15 (December 2022), winning the PHP 55,000 Deepstack Challenge.
Biography & Poker Background
A native of Sydney, Australia, Zalac is known for a high-volume, aggressive approach that has translated into consistent success across both domestic and international tours. He first gained significant attention in 2022 by securing a massive chip lead during the WPT League Championship Sydney Main Event, where his relentless playstyle was noted by live reporters. While he is a mainstay of the Australian circuit, his strategic focus on the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) and Manila Megastack series has established him as one of the most successful international regulars in the Philippine market.
Play Style & Strategy
Zalac is recognized for an aggressive and fearless tournament strategy. He has publicly stated that he “doesn’t get attached” to big chip leads, maintaining a high-pressure style regardless of his stack size. This adaptability has allowed him to excel in diverse structures, ranging from the high-variance Hyper Turbo and Mystery Bounty formats to the more technical Six Handed High Roller and Super High Roller events. His ability to “spin up” shallow stacks and navigate deep into elite fields suggests a strong technical command of late-stage tournament dynamics.
