Wui Kwang Tan 🇸🇬

Originally from Singapore and a resident there, Tan is a long-standing regular whose recorded results date back to the early days of the Asian poker boom in 2008. He gained early prominence by winning the Battle of the Seas Main Event in 2009 for S$ 3,910 (∼$2,591). Over his extensive career, he has successfully transitioned from local cruise ship games to major international series such as the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT), Asian Poker Tour (APT), and World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime. His presence in the Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings for Singapore, where he is currently ranked #68, reflects his sustained competitive edge in the regional market.

Tan is recognized for a resilient and highly adaptable play style, excelling in high-pressure “Hyper Turbo,” “Knockout,” and “Turbo” formats. These fast-paced structures require a high degree of mathematical precision and the ability to make rapid decisions with shallow stacks, a skill set that has earned him numerous final table appearances. His versatility is further evidenced by his performance in non-traditional events like the “15/10/5” and “Run It Twice” formats, where he leverages fold equity and ICM awareness to outlast massive fields.

According to The Hendon Mob, his total live earnings stand at $53,784. Currently ranked 150th on the Singapore All Time Money List, Tan has seen a significant surge in activity throughout the 2024 and 2025 seasons. His career-best live cash of $4,502 was achieved in July 2024 at APPT Manila 15. Tan’s recent tournament resume highlights his consistency across major Asian tours: APPT Manila 15 (2024): 2nd place in the PHP 15,000 No Limit Hold’em (Event #25) for PHP 263,000 (∼$4,502). APPT Manila 15 (2024): 2nd place in the PHP 10,000 Charity Event (Event #48) for PHP 205,000 (∼$3,512). Players Series Taiwan Championship II (2025): Finished 98th in the NT$ 33,000 PS Championship Main Event for NT$ 73,800 (∼$2,417). APPT Manila (2025): 3rd place in the PHP 15,000 Megastack Hyper Turbo (Event #78) for PHP 129,500 (∼$2,226). APPT Cambodia (2025): 2nd place in the $300 15/10/5 (Event #64) for $1,959 and 2nd in the $200 10/10/10 (Event #36) for $1,762. Wui Kwang Tan