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Trung Quan Nguyen is a Vietnamese professional poker player who has rapidly ascended to the upper echelons of the Asian live tournament circuit, widely recognized for his high-stakes success and record-breaking victories.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $1,027,000 in total live earnings, Trung Quan Nguyen currently ranks 12th on the Vietnam All Time Money List. According to The Hendon Mob, he surpassed the prestigious $1,000,000 milestone in 2025, a year that marked his definitive breakout on the international stage.
His career-best live cash of TWD 7,586,600 (~$247,930) was achieved in May 2025 at the High Roller of APT Taipei 2025 . In what was the richest APT High Roller in history, Nguyen outmaneuvered a massive field of 415 entries to secure the “Bronze Lion” trophy. This victory quadrupled his previous career-best score and solidified his status as one of Vietnam’s premier high-stakes competitors.
Nguyen has demonstrated elite consistency throughout 2024 and 2025. His recent high-profile records include:
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Winner, APT Taipei 2025 High Roller for $247,930.
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Winner, APT Phu Quoc 2023 Super High Roller for approximately $51,450.
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Deep Run, APT Hanoi Billions Main Event, finishing for $63,000.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and currently residing in Vietnam, Trung Quan Nguyen has transitioned from a regional standout to a feared regular on the Asia-Pacific circuit. His professional trajectory saw him focus heavily on major Asian festivals such as the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and U Series of Poker (USOP), where he has consistently posted deep runs in both High Roller and Main Event formats. In early 2025, his expertise led him to join the Somuchpoker team as Head of Live Poker, further bridging the gap between his play and the industry side of the game.
Play Style & Strategy
Trung Quan Nguyen is known for a calculated yet aggressive play style, often described as possessing a “lion-taming” ability to navigate elite fields. His performance in the 2025 APT Taipei High Roller showcased his stamina and precision, particularly during a grueling 33-hand heads-up battle against Alexander Wice where he successfully leveraged a chip lead to close out the title. He is particularly effective in high-pressure “Super High Roller” environments, where his ability to apply ICM pressure and execute strong heads-up play makes him a formidable opponent.
