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Updated: 2025.12.15

Tian Zhi Kong is a Chinese professional poker player who surged onto the international scene in late 2025 by capturing a major championship title in Jeju, South Korea.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

Tian Zhi Kong‘s poker résumé is defined by a spectacular breakout performance in December 2025. Competing at the Gods of Poker (GOP) – Eden Awakens festival in Jeju, he topped a field of 481 entries to win the GOP Main Event.

This victory secured him the championship trophy and a career-defining payout of KRW 203,830,000 (~$138,575). In the heads-up battle, he defeated fellow Chinese player Li Yin to claim the title.

Prior to this landmark win, Tian Zhi Kong was a virtual unknown in the global database tracking systems. Industry reports indicate that this Main Event championship marks his first recorded live cash, instantly establishing him as a significant new talent in the Asian poker circuit.

Biography & Poker Background

Representing China, Tian Zhi Kong has joined the ranks of successful grinders making their mark in South Korea’s thriving poker hub. His victory at the Gods of Poker festival – held at the prestigious LES A Casino in Jeju Shinhwa World – demonstrates the growing dominance of Chinese players in regional “Main Event” structures.

While little is publicly known about his early career or online background, his ability to navigate a multi-day tournament field of nearly 500 players suggests a player with refined skills rather than a novice.

Tian Zhi Kong - Gods of poker main event champion — Tian Zhi Kong – Gods of Poker Main Event Champion

Play Style & Strategy

Tian Zhi Kong’s victory in the GOP Main Event showcases the endurance and resilience required for deep-stack tournament poker. Outlasting a final table that included seasoned regulars like Meng Ling “Candy” Lin (3rd place) and Mike Takayama (Titan Stack winner) requires strong ICM awareness and composure.

His success in securing the title against a large field indicates a balanced strategy capable of adjusting to the aggressive dynamics typical of Asian tournament circuits.