Richard Yong biography
Seng Chen "Richard" Yong was born on December 25, 1957, in Malaysia. He built a business career in information technology and data mining and became one of the leading high rollers in Asia. He is one of the founders of the Triton Poker series, and his son Wai Kin Yong is also a top professional.
Yong made his name on the international tournament scene in 2012, when he finished 8th in the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop at the World Series of Poker for $1,237,333, 2nd to Paul Phua in a GBP 100,000 High Roller in London and 3rd in the EUR 50,000 Majestic High Roller at WSOP Europe. His first major title came in 2015, when he won the A$100,000 Challenge at the Aussie Millions for $1,477,560, and in 2018 he won the HK$250,000 6-Max event at Triton Montenegro.
In 2014 Yong and his son were arrested in Las Vegas in an investigation into illegal sports betting; he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge later that year. He has more than $7.4 million in live tournament earnings.
Career summary
A Malaysian businessman and one of the founders of the Triton Poker series, Richard Yong has over $7.4 million in live earnings, including an Aussie Millions A$100,000 Challenge title.
Richard Yong poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Triton Montenegro HK$250,000 6-Max | 1st | $388,024 |
| 2015 | Aussie Millions A$100,000 Challenge | 1st | $1,477,560 |
| 2012 | WSOP $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop | 8th | $1,237,333 |
| 2012 | Aspers GBP 100,000 High Roller | 2nd | $924,140 |
| 2012 | WSOPE EUR 50,000 Majestic High Roller | 3rd | $521,859 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $7,400,000+.
Richard Yong playing style
Yong is an experienced, loose-aggressive amateur high roller who enjoys action games against the best professionals.
Business & sponsorships
Businessman with a background in information technology and data mining; one of the founders of the Triton Poker series.
Why Richard matters
Richard Yong is one of the businessmen behind the Triton Poker series and a veteran of the biggest buy-in tournaments, including the first Big One for One Drop.
FAQ about Richard Yong
Is Richard Yong related to Wai Kin Yong?
Yes, Wai Kin Yong is his son.
What is Richard Yong's biggest tournament win?
The 2015 Aussie Millions A$100,000 Challenge, which he won for $1,477,560.
How much has Richard Yong won playing poker?
Richard Yong has won $7,400,000+ in live tournament earnings.
How many WSOP bracelets does Richard Yong have?
Richard Yong has not won a WSOP bracelet yet.
