Yonghong Si is a Chinese poker player who gained significant attention in early 2026 for a major deep run at the World Poker Tour (WPT) Cambodia festival.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

Yonghong Si achieved a career-defining result in January 2026 at the WPT Cambodia series hosted at NagaWorld. Competing in the WPT Championship Warm Up event, he navigated a large field to reach heads-up play against fellow countryman Qi Li.

Although he held the chip advantage at the start of the heads-up battle, Si ultimately finished as the runner-up after a decisive flip where his pocket fives fell to Ace-Ten. He took home $33,624 for his second-place finish, marking his arrival as a serious contender on the Asian circuit.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from China, Yonghong Si is part of the competitive group of Chinese professionals who frequently travel to Southeast Asia for major tournaments. His performance in Cambodia highlights the growing dominance of Chinese players in the region, particularly in “Warm Up” and “Opener” events which often attract massive fields. His ability to reach the final two in such a tournament suggests a strong proficiency in navigating large player pools and high-pressure final table dynamics.

Play Style & Strategy

Yonghong Si’s play during the WPT Cambodia final table was characterized by aggression and chip lead management. Reports indicate he entered the final stages with a significant advantage, using his stack to apply pressure before the variance of heads-up play determined the outcome. His willingness to play for the win rather than laddering up is a hallmark of the modern aggressive Asian play style.

Event	Entries	Buy-In	Prize	Place	SPI
WPT Cambodia 2026 MYSTERY BOUNTY 2026.01.27 - 2026.01.28	265 ITM: 34	$1,000 (900 + 100)	$1,250	33	270.83
WPT Cambodia 2026 CHAMPIONSHIP WARM UP 2026.01.22 - 2026.01.25	472 ITM: 55	$600 (540 + 60)	$33,624	2	1,238.35

Full Yonghong Si Poker History: Earnings, Cashes & Rankings