The final table for the 2026 APT Taipei Main Event is set: Chun Shing Lau leads the pack, while Tony Ren Lin battles for his second Lions trophy.

The 2026 APT Taipei Main Event has entered the final table stage, with nine players vying for the championship trophy.

The main event enters the final stage.

The 2026 APT Taipei Main Event has officially entered its climax. With a massive 2,354 entries, only nine players remain to advance to the final table. The total prize pool for this year's event is a staggering NT$111.8 million, with all finalists already secured at least NT$1.3 million. The ultimate champion will claim a first prize of NT$16.64 million and lift the prestigious APT Golden Lion trophy.

Final table prizes and extra perks revealed

In addition to the generous prize money, the top six players in the main event will also receive a $10,000 APT Championship (APTC) main event ticket, further enhancing the tournament's prestige. Additionally, two extra tickets will be given away through a raffle during the event to attract more international players and strengthen the global influence of APT tournaments.

Day 4 Fierce Battle: 46 Players Reduced to 9

Day 4 of the Main Event saw the return of 46 players, and after more than seven hours of intense competition (60 minutes per level), a final nine-player final table was successfully determined. The tournament was fast-paced, featuring numerous high-stakes confrontations, including a crucial 4-bet pot that eliminated two players, bringing the day's events to a close.

Chun Shing Lau dominates the scoreboard

Chun Shing Lau from Hong Kong, China, defeated his opponent's pocket Jacks and Queens with AK in a crucial hand, securing a double win and topping the chipset. He leads the field with 33,275,000 chips (approximately 133BB), holding more than a third of the chips and becoming the strongest contender for the championship.

The Road to the Championship: Surrounded by formidable rivals

Despite Lau's significant advantage, the road to victory remains challenging. Current GPI world number one Tony Ren Lin, online star Joshua McCully, and Thai player Pakinai Lisawad are all formidable competitors. This year's final table is packed with top players, and anyone can pull off an upset and claim the title.

In-depth analysis of the final table player lineup

The final table boasts a highly international lineup, including players from Taiwan, Japan, Australia, Thailand, Belgium, and other countries. Tony Ren Lin, with over $19 million in live tournament winnings, is one of the most experienced professionals; while some players are making their first appearance at a major tournament final table, possessing the potential to be dark horses.

Final Day Schedule

The main event final will resume at 11:15 AM local time on May 2nd, where all players will compete for the championship. Driven by both prize money and prestige, this showdown is attracting the attention of poker enthusiasts worldwide.

Additional Highlights: The Zodiac Classic Race and other events are in full swing.

Besides the main event, the APT Taipei spur events also performed exceptionally well. The Zodiac Classic attracted 486 participants, ultimately reaching the final three and distributing prize money through the ICM protocol. Meanwhile, the Labor Day Mega Deepstack and Mini Main Event both broke entry records, with prize pools continuing to expand, bringing the overall event popularity to a new high.

The overall performance of the series continues to heat up.

The 2026 APT Taipei not only set a new record for the size of its main event, but also saw a significant increase in participation in its side events, with many events exceeding 1,000 participants. The event organization and execution remained at a high level, further solidifying APT's leading position in Asian poker tournaments.

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Most players lose money not because of luck, but because they repeat the same mistakes.

These debriefings will help you identify the most common mistakes and understand how to correct them:
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Avoiding mistakes is more important than learning new skills. By reviewing these common mistakes, you can quickly identify your weaknesses, correct your decision-making habits, and reduce unnecessary losses.

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