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Reynaldo Ong is a Filipino professional poker player who has established himself as a consistent grinder in the Manila poker circuit. He is a regular contender in the region’s most competitive festivals, including the PokerStars LIVE Manila Megastack and the Asian Poker Tour (APT), where he frequently cashes in a variety of No Limit Hold’em formats.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Ong has amassed $66,040 in total live earnings, a figure built on steady results in mid-stakes tournaments. One of his most significant scores came at the Manila Megastack 19 in February 2024, where he finished 2nd in the ₱10,000 Double Stack event, securing ₱275,500 ($4,953) after a heads-up battle. He continued his strong form into late 2025 during the Manila Megastack 23 , where he made a final table appearance, finishing 4th in Super Stack event for ₱200,000 ($3,448). His consistency is further evidenced by multiple deep runs in the same series, including a 19th place finish in the Megastack Turbo and a 22nd place finish in the Deepstack event.
Biography & Poker Background
Hailing from the Philippines, Reynaldo Ong focuses his play primarily on the bustling poker rooms of Metro Manila. He is a familiar face at Okada Manila and other major venues, often listed among the registered players for prestigious series like the APT Manila Classic and the Manila Megastack. While some international databases occasionally list him under a United States flag due to administrative reasons, his presence and volume of play are deeply rooted in the Filipino poker community.
Play Style & Strategy
Ong’s results demonstrate a player who is comfortable with varying stack depths and structures. His runner-up finish in a Double Stack event highlights his ability to maneuver with deep chips, while his frequent cashes in Turbo tournaments suggest a strong understanding of short-stack ICM dynamics. This versatility allows him to compete effectively across the full schedule of a festival, from deep-structured warm-ups to fast-paced closing events.
