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Updated: 2025.12.24

Sung Jin Yun, widely known by the moniker “SKY,” is a South Korean professional poker player who has become a formidable force on the Asian and international circuits, frequently appearing at high-stakes final tables across Taiwan, Vietnam, and the United States.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $461,000 in total live earnings, Sung Jin Yun ranks within the top 60 on the South Korea All Time Money List according to The Hendon Mob. His career reached a significant peak in 2025, a year characterized by high-volume success and major high-roller results. According to The Hendon Mob, his career-best live cash of $55,950 came in May 2025 at the APT Taipei , where he finished 6th in the record-breaking TWD 15,000,000 GTD APT High Roller.

In 2025, “SKY” demonstrated exceptional consistency, particularly on the Asian Poker Tour (APT). His recent triumphs include winning back-to-back titles in Manila: a 1st place finish in the APPT Hyper Turbo High Roller for PHP 727,420 (~$12,500) and another victory in a PHP 55,000 Hyper Turbo event for $6,000. Additionally, he secured a 9th place finish in the APT Taipei Single Day High Roller for over $16,900 and a 4th place finish in the WPT Prime Taiwan High Roller for $12,102.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from South Korea, Sung Jin Yun currently maintains residences in both South Korea and Las Vegas, Nevada, allowing him to bridge the gap between Asian festivals and the American circuit. He is a frequent competitor at the World Series of Poker (WSOP), where he recorded a deep run in the 2025 $3,000 No Limit Hold’em event, finishing 48th for $18,163. His transition into the high-roller scene has been rapid, marked by a high frequency of cashes in diverse markets, including Vietnam and the Philippines.

Play Style & Strategy

Sung Jin Yun is known for a relentless, high-pressure play style that excels in fast-paced formats like Hyper Turbos and Single Day High Rollers. His strategy often centers on aggressive accumulation and a mastery of short-stack dynamics, which has led to his numerous titles in high-velocity bounty and turbo events. His ability to navigate elite fields, as seen in his final table appearances at the APT and APPT, demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of ICM and final table pressure.

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