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Chee Yuan Tan is a Malaysian poker player who is active in the Southeast Asian and international tournament scenes. While he is early in his professional career, he has already established himself as a consistent performer with a growing list of cashes in major regional events.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live earnings of $5,840, Chee Yuan Tan is currently climbing the Malaysia All Time Money List. His results show a steady upward trajectory over the last two years, with significant activity in the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Key tournament highlights include:
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Poker Dream 13 Malaysia (2024): Secured his career-best live cash of $2,668 (RM 11,900) in the Malaysia Open event held at Resorts World Genting.
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APT Taipei (2024): Demonstrated his international range by cashing in the high-volume fields of the Asian Poker Tour.
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Poker Dream 15 Malaysia (2025): Continued his local dominance with a deep run in the Malaysia Open, earning $2,077 (RM 9,300).
For a detailed breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Chee Yuan Tan Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Malaysia, where he maintains his residence, Chee Yuan Tan has become a regular fixture at Resorts World Genting, the premier poker destination in Kuala Lumpur. He began appearing in major tournament databases in early 2024, quickly transitioning from local daily tournaments to competing in larger regional series like Poker Dream. His focus on the Malaysian and Taiwanese circuits highlights his commitment to the rapidly growing Asian poker market.
Play Style & Strategy
Tan is recognized for a disciplined and methodical approach to No Limit Hold’em, particularly in large-field events like the Malaysia Open. His results suggest a strategy built on survival and patient accumulation, allowing him to navigate through fields of hundreds of players to reach the money consistently. As a rising player, he has shown an ability to adjust his play to the unique dynamics of the Southeast Asian circuit, balancing conservative play in early levels with more aggressive adjustments as the blinds increase.
