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Updated: 2025.12.31

Meng Zhi Yuan is a professional poker player from China who has established a presence in the competitive Asian tournament circuit. He is primarily recognized for his consistent performances in major regional hubs, particularly in South Korea and through major tours like the Asian Poker Tour (APT).

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

Total Live Earnings: $4,639 (The Hendon Mob). The 2025 season has been a significant period for Yuan, characterized by multiple deep runs and final table appearances in high-value series.

Key highlights from his career include:

Titan Stack Final Table: Finished 7th in the KRW 900,000 No Limit Hold’em Titan Stack event at the Gods of Poker (GOP) Eden Awakens series in December 2025.
GOP Mini Main Event: Secured a 33rd-place finish in the KRW 700,000 GOP Mini Main Event in Jeju, South Korea, in late 2025.
Best Live Cash: His largest single live tournament score is recorded at $3,802.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from China, Meng Zhi Yuan has transitioned from a developing player to a recognizable regular on the international stage. While he frequently competes in his home country, he has expanded his reach to international poker venues, most notably at the Landing Casino in Jeju, South Korea. He is often grouped with a generation of skilled Chinese players successfully navigating the booming Asian market.

Play Style & Strategy

Yuan is known for his proficiency in No Limit Hold’em, particularly in “Deepstack” and “Titan Stack” structures that reward patient accumulation and technical post-flop play. His ability to navigate mid-to-large fields in the South Korean circuit suggests an adaptable strategy that can handle the aggressive dynamics common in high-stakes Asian festivals. His recent results in Jeju indicate a strong grasp of tournament end-game dynamics and final table pressure.

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