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Updated: 2025.12.26

Kim Wah Chiu is a professional poker player from Singapore who has established himself as a prominent figure on the Asian tournament circuit, particularly within the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and Poker Dream series. He is widely recognized for his versatility across various poker formats, including No Limit Hold’em and Mixed Game variants.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $200,700 in total live earnings, Kim Wah Chiu currently ranks 50th on the Singapore All Time Money List. According to The Hendon Mob, he achieved his career-best live cash of $36,533 in 2025, a year that marked his definitive ascent into the higher tiers of the regional circuit.

The year 2025 has been exceptionally strong for Chiu, yielding over $123,000 in tournament winnings alone. His most significant results during this period include a 10th-place finish in the APT Championship Taipei Freezeout Championship for $7,419 and a deep run in the Dragon Poker Grand Opening Main Event in Hanoi, where he secured a payout of approximately $10,900.

Chiu has maintained exceptional momentum through late 2025, recording numerous final table appearances. His recent triumphs and good records include:

Winner, Poker Dream 17 Malaysia NLH/PLO Mix (April 2025) for $3,500.
Winner, Poker Dream 17 Malaysia Mystery Bounty Turbo (April 2025) for $2,100.
2nd Place, 2025 Players Series Taiwan Championship II Tag Team Event (August 2025) for $1,862.
6th Place, APT Championship Taipei Hyper Turbo (November 2025) for $2,456.
8th Place, APT Jeju Turbo Win the Button (September 2025) for $2,713.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Singapore and currently residing there, Kim Wah Chiu has transitioned from a regional competitor to a high-volume professional regular on the international stage. While he is a mainstay of prominent Asian festivals such as the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and Poker Dream , he has also recorded cashes in the United States at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas. His rapid ascent is reflected in his Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking, where he reached a career-high of 2,039th in the world during 2025, ranking as the 11th best player in Singapore.

Play Style & Strategy

Kim Wah Chiu is known for a highly adaptable and versatile tournament strategy, often excelling in specialized formats like Mixed NLH/PLO, Mystery Bounty, and Freezeout championships. During his double-trophy run at Poker Dream 17 Malaysia, he demonstrated the elite tactical flexibility required to win titles in two different formats within 24 hours. His approach combines a disciplined understanding of stack management with the aggression needed to thrive in fast-paced “Hyper Turbo” environments, a skill evidenced by his consistent presence at final tables across Malaysia, Taiwan, and South Korea.