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Jinlin Shi is a professional poker player from China who has become a recognizable figure in the Asian tournament circuit. He is known for his consistent deep runs in major festivals across the region, including the WPT Prime and Asian Poker Tour (APT).
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Jinlin Shi has total live earnings of $162,682. His career-best score came in early 2025 at WPT Prime Cambodia, where he triumphed in the Mini Championship to secure a payout of $79,000.
Shi continued his momentum later that year with another significant finish at the WPT Prime Cyprus Championship, placing 4th for $70,000. These consistent five-figure scores have bolstered his standing within the mid-to-high stakes community. Beyond the WPT, he has found substantial success in major Asian markets such as Taiwan and Cambodia, frequently appearing at the final tables of prominent regional tours
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from China, Jinlin Shi has established himself as a regular at international festivals, often being associated with both the Chinese and broader Asian poker communities. While he built his early experience in events like the WSOP Circuit and Marrakech Poker Open, he has recently focused on the booming Asian circuit. His transition to the global stage has seen him compete effectively across various regions, including a growing presence in the competitive fields of the Asian Poker Tour (APT).
Play Style & Strategy
Jinlin Shi is recognized for a calculated and resilient play style, which is particularly effective in large-field No Limit Hold'em tournaments. His ability to navigate through massive fields, demonstrated by outlasting hundreds of opponents in WPT Prime events, highlights a high level of ICM awareness and patience. He is noted for his skill at final tables, where he effectively utilizes chip leverage to apply pressure and maximize his results against formidable opponents.
About the Editor
Derick Elomina is Somuchpoker's Lead Content Writer and Interview Specialist, reporting live from WSOP bracelet events and Asia Pacific poker festivals such as TMT, APT, RDPT and APL Jeju, alongside player features and interviews for the site's Stories section. He discovered poker at 14 playing home games with friends, and by 21 he had entered the industry as a field reporter, starting as a hand reporter before building his current role on the tournament floor.