Paul Chanderson

Paul Chanderson is an American professional poker player from Rosemead, California, with over $2 million in live tournament earnings. His best live cash of $144,650 came when he won at the WPT L.A Poker Classic in March 2016.

In the $2,200 Mystery Bounty tournament at the Wynn Summer Classic, Paul Chauderson had an unforgettable moment when he claimed one of the two $250,000 top bounty prizes. With fewer than 100 players remaining in the event, the anticipation for the largest bounty envelopes was at its peak. Chauderson opened his envelope, revealing $250,000, and announced a 5% tip to the Wynn staff, sparking cheers and groans from the crowd. Chauderson’s reaction and generosity became one of the highlights, adding excitement to an already thrilling tournament.

Paul Chanderson: Live Tournament Participation

Paul Chanderson’s first recorded live cash occurred in March 2004 at the Winnin’ o’ the Green in Bell Gardens. He finished in 25th place in a $500 + 40 Limit Hold’em, cashing $565.

In November 2007, Paul entered in a $2,500 + 90 No Limit Hold’em Championship at the Holiday Bonus Tournament in Los Angeles. He finished in 2nd place, pocketing $86,620.

Following this, in August 2010, Paul joined in a $500 + 45 No Limit Hold’em at the Legends of Poker in Bell Gardens. He ended up in 1st place, winning $96,000.

Then, in January 2011, Paul took part in a $335 No Limit Hold’em Re-Entry at the L.A Poker Classic. He made a 5th place finish, claiming $67,150.

Three years later, in January 2014, Paul participated in a $150 No Limit Hold’em Double Stack Final at the L.A Poker Classic. He ended up in 2nd place, taking home $121,430.

In March 2016, he played in a $5,100 No Limit Hold’em High Roller Turbo 6-Max #55 at the WPT L.A Poker Classic. He finished in 1st place, winning his best live cash of $144,650 to date.

In November 2024, Paul competed in a $400 No Limit Hold’em Ring Event #13 at the WSOPC in Los Angeles. He ended up in 1st place, winning $13,429.