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Yi Ye is a highly accomplished Chinese professional poker player who has established herself as one of the most consistent and successful female competitors on the Asian tournament circuit. She is currently ranked 181st on the China All Time Money List.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With close to $500,000 in total live earnings, according to The Hendon Mob, Yi Ye has surpassed the prestigious $100,000 career milestone.
Her career-best live cash of ~$300,855 was achieved for a 1st place victory in the RMB 10,000 Main Event at the 2019 China Poker Games (CPG) Championship in Sanya Bay. Her 2024 and 2025 results highlight her continued dominance in the region:
~$29,723 (RMB 190,000) – 4th place in the 5-Card Omaha event at the 2021 TJPT Grand Finale.
~$5,024 (RMB 32,000) – 1st place in the Turbo Event at the 2021 TJPT Grand Finale.
~$2,956 – 117th place in the WSOP Online Caesars Cares Charity Event (2021).
Multiple cashes at the 2025 APT Jeju series in South Korea, including a deep run in the Women's Event.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and residing in China, Yi Ye is a prominent figure in the "New Wave" of Chinese professional players. She is frequently seen competing in major Asian hubs like Jeju, Sanya, and Tianjin. Her tournament history demonstrates a high level of versatility, with significant cashes in No Limit Hold'em, Pot Limit Omaha (5-Card), and Turbo formats. In 2025, she was featured as a top-tier registered player for the APT Jeju Women's Event, further solidifying her status as a leading female ambassador for the game in Asia.
Play Style & Strategy
Yi Ye is characterized by her technical depth and high-pressure tournament experience. Her victory in a massive-field CPG Main Event for over $300,000 proves her ability to navigate complex, multi-day structures against both professional and recreational fields.
Her success in Short-Handed and Turbo formats suggests an aggressive, mathematically sound strategy that excels in fast-paced environments. Furthermore, her proficiency in 5-Card Omaha indicates a high level of strategic adaptability and a deep understanding of multi-street pot-control and drawing equities.
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