Richard Yong
Malaysian businessman and poker player (born 1957) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Seng Chen "Richard" Yong (born 25 December 1957) is a Malaysian businessman, bookmaker and poker player.[1]
| Richard Yong | |
|---|---|
| Born | Seng Chen Yong 25 December 1957 Malaysia |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Final table(s) | 2 |
| Money finish(es) | 3 |
| European Poker Tour | |
| Final table(s) | 3 |
| Money finish(es) | 3 |
Career
Yong has a career in the information-technology and data-mining industries.[1][2]
Poker
Yong entered the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop in the 2012 World Series of Poker.[3] He finished 8th earning $1,237,333.[4] In September 2012, Yong finished runner up to Paul Phua at the Aspers 100K High Roller in London earning him $924,140. He played in the €50,000 Majestic scooter event at the 2012 World Series of Poker Europe finishing in 3rd for $521,859.[5]
In 2014, Yong and his son were arrested for being members of an illegal sports betting ring led by Paul Phua. He posted bail of $1.5 million raised by fellow poker players Dan Cates and Phil Ivey.[6][7] Yong has alleged business ties to Phua as well as being a gambling partner.[8] Yong pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in December.[9]
In 2015, Yong won his first major tournament the Aussie Millions $100,000 Challenge earning him $1,477,560. Yong outlasted Erik Seidel, Scott Seiver and Ole Schemion.[10]
In May 2018, Yong won the Triton HKD$250,000 6-Max Event which is part of the Super High Roller series in Montenegro.[11] As of 2018, Yong has cashed for over $7,400,000 in live tournaments, making him the Malaysian cash leader.
Personal life
Yong has a son, Wai Kin Yong, who also plays poker. [13]
References
External links
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