Shu Liu is a Chinese professional poker player who has become a significant presence in the Asia-Pacific circuit. Recognized for his technical consistency, he has recorded deep runs in major festivals across South Korea, Vietnam, and China.

Career Earnings & Recent Results

Shu Liu has experienced a highly productive 2025–2026 season, marked by high-roller final tables and deep runs in major championship events. His career-best live score was recently achieved at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Jeju Classic 2026.

Recent Attendances & Performance:

$39,300 (₩52,770,000) for a 6th-place finish in the ₩4,500,000 High Roller – Ultra Stack at the APT Jeju Classic 2026.
$3,400 (₫85,200,000) for finishing 44th out of 1,564 entries in the ₫20,000,000 Main Event at the Grand Loyal Poker Championship (GLPC) Hanoi 2025.
$2,600 (₩3,560,000) for a 91st-place finish in the ₩1,300,000 Main Event at the Korea Poker Cup (KPC) Series 2.
Cashed in the “Paiyou” Regular NLH Turbo at the CPG Championship Final Sanya 2025.

These consistent performances have propelled his Global Poker Index (GPI) and SMP Poker Index ratings, particularly following his top-tier finish in the high-stakes Ultra Stack event in Jeju. For a complete breakdown of his tournament records, you can visit the Shu Liu Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from China, Shu Liu has transitioned from regional Chinese events to becoming a “circuit regular” on the international Asian stage. He frequently travels to major series in Vietnam and South Korea, which have become primary hubs for the Chinese professional poker community. His schedule reflects a commitment to flagship festivals such as the APT, USOP, and CPG, where he often navigates through fields of over a thousand players to secure deep-run payouts.

Play Style & Strategy

Liu is recognized for a disciplined and resilient tournament strategy. His recent results, specifically in the “Ultra Stack” and large-field Main Events, highlight a technical proficiency in navigating both deep-stacked high-roller environments and high-variance massive fields. During the APT Jeju Classic 2026, he demonstrated elite endgame tactical awareness, managing his stack through a field of 312 high-caliber entries to secure a final table appearance. This adaptability—shifting between the patient approach required for championships and the calculated aggression needed for high-roller events—makes him a formidable opponent on the modern circuit.

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