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Updated: 2026.02.14

Kenneth Chak is a professional poker player from Hong Kong who has become a prominent fixture in the Asian tournament circuit. Known for his tactical versatility and endurance, he has established himself as a consistent deep-run threat in major festivals across Taiwan, Vietnam, and South Korea.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

As of February 2026, Kenneth Chak has accumulated total live earnings of nearly $10,000, following a highly productive 2025–2026 season.

Chak’s recent form during the record-breaking 19th Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT 19) in February 2026 was particularly noteworthy, where he recorded a high-profile podium finish:

2nd Place: TMT 19 Freezeout NLH for TWD 87,400 (~USD 2,770).
10th Place: TMT 19 NLH Single Day High Roller for TWD 75,000 (~USD 2,375).
Deep Run: TMT 19 Main Event (8,066 entries).

His career-best score to date is his triumph in the 10s Action (Event #17) at the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT 19), where he earned the first-place prize of TWD 63,000 (~USD 2,001) according to The Hendon Mob.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Hong Kong, Kenneth Chak is a member of the elite group of traveling professionals who frequent the CTP Club Asia Poker Arena in Taipei. He represents the highly technical Hong Kong poker community, which has significantly influenced the growth of the game in East Asia. Chak transitioned from a dedicated high-volume grinder to a championship-level regular, specializing in mid-to-high stakes No Limit Hold’em. He is often recognized for his exceptional mental stamina, a trait that has allowed him to navigate the massive, high-variance “National Cup” style fields that currently define the Taiwanese poker market.

Play Style & Strategy

Kenneth Chak is known for a “Small Ball” tournament strategy, emphasizing pot control and post-flop technical precision. This approach has served him exceptionally well in Freezeout and Mystery Bounty formats, where preserving stack depth is critical. During his runner-up finish at TMT 19, peers noted his disciplined patience and ability to capitalize on the mistakes of more aggressive opponents during the final table bubble. His adaptability, moving seamlessly between the fast-paced action of “Turbo” events and the grueling multi-day structures of Main Events, makes him a perennial favorite for “Player of the Series” honors in regional tours.

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