James Chen
Taichung (born in Taipei), Taiwan
James Chen leads Taiwan's all-time money list with more than $11.6 million in live earnings. His signature result came at WSOP Europe 2019 in Rozvadov, where he won the €250,000 Super High Roller for $3,142,848 and a bracelet. Earlier that summer he finished second in the $25,000 Pot Limit Omaha High Roller at the WSOP in Las Vegas for just over $1 million, and in March 2024 he took fifth in the $150,000 8-Handed event at Triton Jeju for $1.25 million. Chen plays under the online handle ChipBurglar and is one of the most recognisable faces of Taiwan's fast-growing poker scene.
Recent results
| Date | Event | Where | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct 2019 | €250,000 Super High Roller, WSOP Europe | Rozvadov | 1 | $3,142,848 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | $150,000 8-Handed, Triton Super High Roller Series Jeju | Jeju | 5 | $1,254,000 |
| 19 Jun 2019 | $25,000 PLO High Roller, 50th WSOP | Las Vegas | 2 | $1,000,253 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is James Chen's biggest poker win?
$3,142,848 for winning the €250,000 Super High Roller at WSOP Europe 2019 in Rozvadov.
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