Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2025.12.22

Puay Hwee Soh is a Singaporean professional poker player who has become a consistent threat on the Asian circuit, particularly noted for his recent surge in trophy wins and deep runs in major festivals across the Philippines and Vietnam.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Puay Hwee Soh has total earnings of $25,087. He is currently ranked 272nd on the Singapore All Time Money List. His career-defining achievement occurred in October 2025 at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour – APPT Manila Championship, where he captured the title in Event #47: PHP 15,000 Swap Hold’em – Turbo for PHP 146,032 (~$2,508).

Soh demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the APPT Manila Championship 2025, recording multiple final table appearances within a single week. His results included a 6th-place finish in the PHP 25,000 No Limit Hold’em – Freezeout for PHP 78,000 (~$1,342), another 6th-place finish in the PHP 30,000 Double Stack for PHP 69,500 (~$1,198), and a 4th-place finish in the PHP 10,000 10/10/10 event for PHP 44,500 (~$766). Earlier in February 2024, he secured his career-best live cash of $3,597 by finishing 5th in the Manila Megastack 18 PHP 30,000 Freezeout Challenge.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Singapore, Soh has established himself as a prominent figure in the “Singaporean poker wave” that frequently travels to major Southeast Asian hubs. His tournament history shows a significant transition from playing domestic events in the Netherlands and Australia in 2019 to becoming a regular fixture in the high-volume Manila market starting in 2022. Over the last three years, he has significantly increased his volume, participating in nearly every major WPT, APPT, and APT stop in the Philippines, as well as several festivals in Europe.

Play Style & Strategy

Soh is known for a highly adaptable and versatile tournament style, excelling in both traditional No Limit Hold’em and non-standard variants like Swap Hold’em and Split Hold’em. His ability to navigate short-handed and turbo structures is evidenced by his APPT title and multiple deep runs in fast-paced events. During the Manila Super Series 21 Main Event, he was noted for his disciplined approach, often utilizing his position to navigate complex post-flop scenarios against aggressive opponents. This strategic flexibility, combined with his mental stamina during long festival schedules, makes him a formidable opponent in the evolving Asian mid-stakes scene.

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