Ci Hong Ho 🇹🇼

Residing in Taiwan, Ci Hong Ho is a regular competitor at the Asia Poker Arena (CTP) in Taipei. He is part of the growing wave of Taiwanese professionals defending their home turf against international fields. His run in the WPT Prime Taiwan was particularly memorable for local fans. Starting the final table with a healthy stack, he managed to eliminate key opponents and even held a 2-to-1 chip lead during heads-up play. However, in the decisive hand, his open-ended straight draw (holding J-5) failed to improve against Lee’s flush draw (holding K-10) when a flush completed on the turn.

Ho’s gameplay during the WPT Prime final table showcased aggressive tendencies and a willingness to play large pots. He was responsible for multiple eliminations, including knocking out Man Woo Park with a set of nines, demonstrating his ability to capitalize on strong hands in high-pressure situations. His willingness to get chips in with draws during heads-up play highlights a fearless approach to closing out tournaments.

According to The Hendon Mob, Ci Hong Ho has accumulated nearly $400,000 in total live earnings, with his 2025 season accounting for a significant portion of this total. His career-best performance occurred in August 2025 at the WPT Prime Taiwan 2025 in Taipei. Navigating a massive field of 1,470 entries, Ho reached the final table and entered heads-up play as a serious contender for the title. After a volatile battle against South Korea’s Hyundong Lee, Ho finished in 2nd place, earning a massive payout of TWD 4,315,000 (~$143,500). In addition to this six-figure score, Ho has been a consistent finalist in regional events throughout 2025: