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Updated: 2026.02.13

Qiyuan Xu is a Chinese professional poker player who has become a prominent figure in the Southeast Asian tournament circuit. He is recognized for his exceptional consistency in the Poker Dream series and the Asian Poker Tour (APT) , where he frequently competes in both high-volume fields and elite high-roller events.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

While the name is often associated with several top-tier Chinese players (including high-stakes regular Yuan Xu), Qiyuan Xu has carved out his own successful path in regional mid-to-high stakes festivals. He has established a strong record of “In The Money” finishes across Malaysia, South Korea, and Vietnam.

Key tournament highlights include:

Poker Dream 15 Malaysia (2025): Captured a major title by winning the Monster Stack event for $17,850 (MYR 80,386), outlasting a massive field at Resorts World Genting.
Poker Dream 15 Malaysia (2025): Demonstrated his versatility with a 4th-place finish in the Mystery Bounty Turbo for $1,265.
Regional Main Events: Xu has recorded multiple cashes in the JingSheng Cup and the Beijing Cup, highlighting his early success in the mainland Chinese circuit before transitioning to international series.

For a detailed breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Qiyuan Xu Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from and currently residing in China, Qiyuan Xu began his poker career in the domestic Chinese circuit, recording his first major cashes in 2018 at the Beijing Cup. Over the last few years, he has significantly expanded his international presence, becoming one of the most visible Chinese players on the Poker Dream tour. He is a frequent traveler to Resorts World Genting in Malaysia, which has served as the backdrop for some of his most significant professional achievements.

Play Style & Strategy

Xu is recognized for a disciplined and resilient tournament strategy, a style that has allowed him to excel in high-volume “Monster Stack” and “Mystery Bounty” formats. His victory in the Poker Dream Monster Stack—a format that rewards patient accumulation and long-form endurance—highlights a strong fundamental grasp of No Limit Hold’em.

Furthermore, his success in Mystery Bounty and Turbo events suggests an adaptable edge, as he is capable of switching to an aggressive, high-variance style when navigating the unique payout structures of bounty tournaments. This versatility makes him a formidable opponent in both large-field marathons and fast-paced knockout events.

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