Renji Mao 🇨🇳

Originally from Beijing, China, Mao transitioned from a successful online grinder to a formidable live tournament professional. His initial breakout on the global stage was fueled by his massive field victory in Las Vegas, which he credits as the catalyst for his transition into the high-stakes circuit. Mao is a prominent figure on the Triton Series and frequently travels to major Asian stops, including APT Manila, where he famously led the largest-ever Philippines Main Event field into the final days. Currently ranked 14th on the China All-Time Money List, he has become one of the most respected representatives of the Chinese poker community.

Mao is known for a fearless and aggressive tournament strategy, characterized by a deep technical understanding of both No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha. He describes himself as a player who thrives on the “fighting” nature of pro-heavy fields, often using his experience in high-pressure situations to navigate complex final table dynamics. His success in both massive “lottery” style fields and elite high-roller events proves his adaptability and strong grasp of ICM principles. Mao often emphasizes the importance of mental fortitude, famously remaining relaxed during a 3-to-1 chip deficit in his second bracelet win to mount a successful heads-up comeback.

According to The Hendon Mob, Renji Mao has accumulated nearly $4.5 million in total live winnings. His career-best score occurred in September 2025 at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju, where he finished as the runner-up in the $30,000 NLH 8-Handed event for $882,328. Mao is a celebrated figure at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) , having captured his first gold bracelet in 2023 in the $800 No-Limit Hold’em Deepstack for $402,588. He solidified his legacy by winning a second bracelet at the 2025 WSOP Europe in the €5,000 Pot-Limit Omaha event, earning €213,600 (∼$249,912). His trophy cabinet also includes several titles from the Asian Poker Tour (APT) , most notably winning the APT Incheon 2025 Pot-Limit Omaha Masters for KRW 19,598,000 (∼$14,117). Renji Mao