Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2026.01.06

Haozhao Wang is a Chinese professional poker player who has become a consistent presence in the South Korean and Asian tournament circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, his total earnings stand at $187,015. Wang has established himself as a high-volume competitor, particularly in South Korea where he recorded significant scores throughout 2025. His career-best performance occurred in August 2025 at the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Korea in Jeju. Competing in the KRW 2,000,000 No Limit Hold’em Mystery Bounty, he finished in 2nd place to earn KRW 139,800,000 (∼$105,920).

He continued his strong form in late 2025 at the Jeju Poker Festival, which featured the Red Dragon Poker Tour (RDPT) and WPT Prime. In November 2025, he secured an 8th-place finish in the KRW 2,500,000 No Limit Hold’em RDPT High Roller for KRW 116,200,000 (∼$83,540). Earlier that year, he also found success at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Jeju 2025, placing 10th in the KRW 1,500,000 No Limit Hold’em Sunday Super Stack for KRW 61,370,000 (∼$46,020).

Biography & Poker Background

Hailing from China, Wang is a regular figure in the “Jeju circuit,” frequently competing in major festivals hosted at the Jeju Shinhwa World Landing Casino. While he has been active on the live scene for several years, 2025 proved to be his breakout year, highlighted by a massive six-figure score in a WPT Prime event. He is currently ranked 513th on the China All Time Money List and has significantly climbed the Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings due to his consistent deep runs.

Play Style & Strategy

Wang is recognized for his proficiency in progressive tournament formats, such as Mystery Bounty and High Roller events, where aggressive chip accumulation is vital. His results in Jeju demonstrate a high level of comfort playing against elite international fields and an ability to navigate the complex endgame dynamics of final tables. Known for a calculated and disciplined approach, he excels at managing the volatility of large-field No Limit Hold’em tournaments, a skill that has solidified his reputation as a formidable opponent in the Asian mid-to-high stakes community.

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