Xuan Tan (most commonly known in the poker world as Tan Xuan) is a legendary Chinese high-stakes professional player, celebrated as one of the most fearless and aggressive competitors on the elite Triton Poker Series circuit.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $13.1 million in total live earnings (according to The Hendon Mob), Xuan Tan sits among the top 5 on the China All Time Money List. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s best Short Deck (6+ Hold’em) players, a format in which he has secured multiple major titles.

His resume includes a victory at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju in March 2025, where he defended his Short Deck title to win $708,000, defeating a final table that included Phil Ivey. This followed a massive 2024 campaign where he captured the $50,000 Short Deck Main Event title for $922,000. His career-best live score remains $2,308,384, achieved during the Triton London series.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Hubei, China and currently residing in Shenzhen, Xuan Tan runs successful businesses in the steel and financial sectors, allowing him to compete in the highest stakes tournaments on the planet. He burst onto the scene in 2018 during the early days of the Triton Series and quickly gained a cult following for his willingness to play massive pots against the world’s top pros. Unlike many professionals who strictly manage bankrolls, Tan is known for his passion for the game, often playing marathon cash game sessions with millions of dollars on the table.

Play Style & Strategy

Xuan Tan is synonymous with ultra-aggressive, high-variance poker. He is frequently described by opponents as “terrifying” to play against due to his unpredictability and willingness to apply maximum pressure with wide ranges. He is famous for making massive “hero calls” and executing audacious bluffs that GTO solvers would likely reject, relying instead on live reads and psychological dominance. His style is particularly effective in Short Deck, where equities run close and aggression is premium.

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