Wai Leong Chan 

Wai Leong Chan is a professional poker player based in Malaysia. His total live earnings surpass $12,770,442, with the highest single live cash reaching over $3,252,348.

He embarked on his professional journey in 2010, accumulating over a decade of experience in the industry. 

Wai Leong Chan: Poker Career

In November 2010, Chan initiated his poker journey during the Macau Poker Cup Championship in Macau. He secured an impressive 6th place in the HK$ 4,000 No Limit Hold’em event, ultimately cashing for $2,986.

Continuing his success, in August 2011 at the Asian Poker Tour in Manila, Wai showcased his skill by finishing 1st in the ₱10,000 + ₱1,000 No Limit Hold’em event, earning $7,136 

In November 2016, Chan secured 7th place in the HK$ 490,000 + 10,000 No Limit Hold’em Main Event during the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in Paranaque City, Philippines. He accumulated a cash prize of $245,145. In May 2018, his participation in the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in Budva resulted in a commendable 10th place finish in the HK$ 1,000,000 No Limit Hold’em event, earning him $320,888.

Fast forward to July 2018, he achieved his first significant victory by winning the event, which took place at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in Jeju, South Korea. Where he claimed the second spot and earned a remarkable $3,252,348. 

In his latest live tournament in October 2022 at the Poker Dream in Vietnam, we saw him secure 10th place and a cash prize of $17,378 in the ₫218,500,000 + ₫11,500,000 No Limit Hold’em event.

Conclusion

Wai Leong Chan, a prominent Malaysian poker player, has left an indelible mark on the poker scene with a notable victory. His significant triumph occurred in July 2018 at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in Jeju, South Korea, where he claimed the second spot and earned an impressive $3,252,348. This achievement stands out among his commendable poker career, reflecting both his skill and success in the industry.