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Hongkun Sun is a South Korean professional poker player who has rapidly ascended the regional Asian circuit, recently capturing his first major title at the Asian Poker Tour.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Hongkun Sun has accumulated $30,638 in total live tournament earnings. His career-best score and breakout performance occurred on November 16, 2025, at the APT Championship Taipei , where he finished 1st in the NTD 8,000 No Limit Hold’em Super Hyper Turbo (Event #33) for $6,400.
Other notable results include:
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5th Place: Zodiac Series of Poker (March 2025) NTD 8,800 + 1,200 Zodiac Rooster Closer for $3,544.
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5th Place: APT Taipei (April 2025) NT$ 8,000 Super Hyper Turbo – Bomb Pot for $1,063.
Biography & Poker Background
Currently residing in South Korea, Hongkun Sun has become a prominent “road warrior” on the Asian circuit, primarily competing in Taiwan, the Philippines, and Cambodia. His results indicate a high volume of play in diverse formats, ranging from deep-stack championships to high-variance “Bomb Pot” and “Hyper Turbo” events. As of late 2025, he is ranked 988th on the South Korea All Time Money List.
Sun’s recent performance at the APT Championship Taipei 2025 was particularly impressive, where he secured four cashes within a single week, including his maiden APT trophy. Sun’s consistent ability to reach final tables in fast-paced formats has solidified his reputation as one of South Korea’s most active and dangerous mid-stakes competitors.
Play Style & Strategy
Known for an aggressive and adaptable strategy, Hongkun Sun excels in short-stack and high-speed environments. His multiple final table appearances in Super Hyper Turbo formats demonstrate a mastery of shove-fold ranges and a relentless approach to applying pressure during the bubble and final table phases. Furthermore, his success in specialized events like Bomb Pots highlights a tactical flexibility that allows him to exploit non-standard game dynamics better than many traditional tournament regulars.
