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Updated: 2026.04.08

Youxi Yang is a Taiwanese poker player who has become a frequent face in the Taipei tournament circuit, particularly recognized for his consistency in local club events and regional mid-stakes series.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With total live tournament earnings of over $50,000, You Xi Yang has established a steady presence in the Taiwanese poker rankings. His career-best cash of TWD 681,000 (~USD 21,550), according to The Hendon Mob, was achieved in2026 at the 19th Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT 19) in Taipei, where he secured a 9th-place prize in the Main Event.

Other significant results include:

TWD 42,000 (~USD 1,304) for a 1st-place victory in a 2023 CTP Taipei Weekly Tournament.
TWD 36,000 (~USD 1,145) for a deep run in the 2024 Asian Poker Tour (APT) Taipei Mini Main Event.
TWD 28,500 (~USD 881) for a 5th-place finish in a 2024 CTP Daily Deepstack.
TWD 25,000 (~USD 773) for a 1st-place finish in a 2022 CTP Taipei Golden Deepstack event.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Taiwan, Youxi Yang is a dedicated “grinder” of the vibrant Taipei poker scene. He is a primary regular at the Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Club (CTP), where he has spent several years refining his game in daily and weekly tournament structures. Over time, Yang has successfully transitioned from small-scale club games to competing in major international festivals hosted in Taiwan, such as the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT).

Play Style & Strategy

Youxi Yang is known for a patient and volume-heavy approach, a strategy that is particularly effective in navigating the massive, often volatile fields of mid-stakes Asian tournaments. His results indicate a high level of proficiency in No Limit Hold’em, with a specialized ability to reach final tables in “Deepstack” and “Monster Stack” formats where technical post-flop play is prioritized. By maintaining a consistent presence in Taipei’s competitive player pool, Yang has developed a solid understanding of local field dynamics, making him a reliable threat in the regional circuit.

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