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William Teoh is a Malaysian professional poker player who has established himself as a dominant force in the Asian circuit. He is widely recognized for his breakthrough performances in 2024 and 2025, particularly in high-stakes festivals across the Philippines, Vietnam, and South Korea.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, William Teoh has total live earnings of $654,833. He is currently ranked 30th on the Malaysia All Time Money List, a position bolstered by a career-defining run over the last 18 months. His career-best live cash of $168,006 came from a major victory at the Asian Poker Tour (APT).
Teoh’s breakout performance occurred at APT Manila 2024, where he won the PHP 600,000 Super High Roller (Event #21) for PHP 9,785,100 (∼$166,350). He followed this success with a victory in the KRW 6,000,000 Red Dragon High Roller at WPT Korea in November 2024, taking home KRW 86,259,000 (∼$61,888). In 2025, his momentum continued with multiple deep runs, including a 21st-place finish in the PHP 165,000 APPT Manila Championship for PHP 505,000 (∼$8,650) and a final table appearance at the USOP Grand Finale Hai Phong, where he finished 8th for VND 530,000,000 (∼$20,893).
Biography & Poker Background
A native and resident of Malaysia, Teoh transitioned into a top-tier regional professional after years of grinding the Asian mid-stakes circuit. His “breakout year” in 2024 saw him evolve from a consistent casher into a trophy winner on major tours like the APT and WPT.
Teoh is known for his relentless travel schedule, frequently competing in major Asian poker hubs such as Jeju, Manila, and Hanoi. His rise to prominence reached a new peak in September 2025 at APT Jeju, where he outlasted nearly 1,000 entries to top the chip counts in Flight B of the Main Event, demonstrating his ability to handle massive, elite fields. His success on the live circuit is complemented by his online presence, which includes a WSOP Online bracelet win.
Play Style & Strategy
Teoh is recognized for a high-octane and opportunistic tournament strategy, often excelling in high-pressure final table situations. During his APT Manila Super High Roller victory, he was noted for “steamrolling” over his opponents once he acquired the chip lead, demonstrating a fearless approach to high-stakes aggression.
His strategy relies on a disciplined understanding of tournament life balanced with the tactical aggression needed for fast-paced “Turbo” and “High Roller” formats. Whether navigating the bubble as a big stack or maneuvering through the “sun run” needed to capture major titles, Teoh’s adaptability and mental toughness have made him one of the most dangerous regulars in the modern Asian circuit.
