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Seungmook Jung is a South Korean professional poker player who has ascended to the elite ranks of the international high-stakes circuit, widely recognized for his dominance in the Asia-Pacific region and consistent deep runs on the global stage.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $2.3 million in total live earnings, Seungmook Jung currently ranks 7th on the South Korea All Time Money List. According to The Hendon Mob, he reached the prestigious $2,000,000 career milestone in 2025, a year that marked his most prolific season with over $590,000 in tournament winnings. His career-best live cash of $145,800 was achieved at the 2022 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, where he finished 61st out of 8,663 entries.
The year 2025 has been a definitive breakout for Jung, yielding multiple titles and high-stakes results. His recent triumphs include:
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Winner, Players Series Taiwan Championship Super High Roller (February 2025) for $79,513.
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Winner, Vietnam Poker Tour (VPT) Mega Stack High Roller (November 2025) for $35,370.
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Winner, Players Series Taiwan High Roller Last Chance (August 2025) for $25,471.
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Runner-up, VPT Championship Main Event (November 2025) for $69,263.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from South Korea and currently residing in Los Angeles, California, Seungmook Jung has successfully bridged the gap between the American and Asian poker markets. Known in the online community by his moniker “7high,” he transitioned from a respected online grinder to a feared live professional. While he is a staple of the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and World Poker Tour (WPT) in Asia, he is a frequent traveler to Las Vegas, where he has recorded multiple deep runs at the WSOP and the Wynn Summer Classic. His rapid ascent is reflected in his Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking, where he reached a career-high of 115th in the world.
Play Style & Strategy
Seungmook Jung is known for a relentless and high-pressure tournament strategy, often described as a “lion” at the final table due to his aggressive stack management. During his victory at the 2025 Players Series Taiwan Super High Roller, live reporting highlighted his tactical precision as he entered the final table as the chip leader and utilized his stack to eliminate several opponents, including the bubble. His strategy frequently involves leveraging equity in high-stakes “High Roller” and “Turbo” formats, a skill that has led to a high frequency of final table appearances and titles across the most competitive circuits in Taiwan, South Korea, and the United States.
