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Chang Hyun Kim
Chang Hyun Kim is a South Korean professional poker player who is actively competing on the regional circuit.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Chang Hyun Kim has accumulated $13,793 in total live earnings. His career-best live cash stands at $2,750.
His recent triumphs include a strong 2nd place finish in the NT$ 8,000 No Limit Hold’em – Super Hyper Turbo (Event #11) at the Asian Poker Tour Championship (APTC) , Taipei City, in November 2025 for $1,577. He also secured 3rd place in the NT$ 10,000 No Limit Hold’em – Speed Racer 2 event in Taipei in June 2025, earning $1,414.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and residing in South Korea, Chang Hyun Kim primarily competes in the regional Asian market. He is a frequent participant at major festivals in Taiwan and Korea, including the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and various ACE Poker League events.
Play Style & Strategy
Chang Hyun Kim demonstrates a preference and aptitude for fast-paced tournament formats, evidenced by his recent success in Super Hyper Turbo and Speed Racer events. This suggests a strategy built around aggressive, short-stack play and effective navigation of ICM pressure in late tournament stages.
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.
