WYNDELL YAP

CHAMPION – 230,100
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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richaRD G

2nd place – 130,300
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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IVY VP

3rd place – 82,900
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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SUNDER LEE

4th place – 67,200
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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Junel oswa

5th place – 67,200
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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Janix ruiz

6th place – 39,800
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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CHASE COKALIONG

7th place – 30,200
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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CLIVE PREECE

8th place – 23,000
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

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LEE JONG HUN

9th place – 18,500
PLUS MAIN EVENT SEAT

POCKET KING VS ACE KING

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Richard G

Davao 
CHIP LEADER – 1,515,000

A familiar face in the Cebu poker circuit, Richard G has been quietly building his resume as one of Davao’s most consistent grinders. Always deep, always dangerous — Richard has seen his fair share of Day 2s in major tournaments across the region.

But this time feels different.

Now entering the Final Table of the Mini Chase Cup 2025 as the chip leader, Richard is no longer just another deep run — he’s the one to beat.

Known for his aggressive style and fearless pressure plays, Richard doesn’t hesitate to hammer down when he senses weakness. His timing, reads, and relentless energy have brought him here — but the biggest question remains:

CHASE COKALIONG

CEBU
1,315,000

🎂 Tough Love – The Chase Cup Way 🃏

The Chase Cup 2025 isn’t just another tournament — it’s a celebration, a statement, and a unique kind of challenge wrapped into one. Dedicated to Chase’s birthday, the event may look like any other big poker showdown from the outside… but Cebuanos know better.

They know what it really means when Chase himself sits down to play — and they love it.

Why? Because he gives everyone a fighting chance.

It’s his version of tough love. When Chase enters his own tournament, he often goes no-look all-in hand after hand. He’s not playing for keeps — at least not while registration is open. He’s creating an opportunity, handing out early chips like gifts. He’ll only lock in and get serious after registration closes, and by then, the field has already had their shot at an early boost.

📣 It’s not charity — it’s a challenge.
🪙 Want those chips? Be brave enough to take them.
📅 And news has it: he might not even show up for Day 2 of the Main Event.

Sometimes, he even shares in the buy-in of the player who busts him. A gesture few tournament founders would ever offer.

Because that’s Chase — building something special in Cebu, not just a poker series, but a proving ground. A place where if you want it, you’ve got to go get it.

Welcome to the Chase Cup.
Earn it.

CLIVE PREECE

UK
1,205,000

🇬🇧 From Across the World to the Heart of Cebu – Clive’s Chase Begins 🃏

A British national who now calls Cebu his second home, Clive is more than just a foreigner passing through the Philippine poker scene — he’s one of those rare few who fell in love with the country and its people, and chose to stay.

On the felt, Clive is a strategist. His playing style is calm, methodical, and always part of a bigger plan. Heading into Day 2 of the Mini Chase Cup 2025, he brought more than just chips — he brought a battle-tested mindset.

💡 Avoid the big stacks. Pick the right spots. Survive. Thrive.
That was the blueprint — not to just make it deep, but to win.

His journey so far hasn’t been a smooth ride. He’s faced tough spots, close calls, and swings that would rattle most. But every hand, every decision, every challenge has hardened his resolve.

Now, as the field narrows and the pressure rises, Clive stands ready for the war ahead — eyes on the prize, heart grounded in the place he now calls home.

🔥 Can the British grinder rise above and claim the crown?
Stay tuned — the story is just getting good.

IVY VP

CEBU
1,165,000

The Heart of Cebu Poker — IVY VP ♦️

In every great poker community, there’s someone who quietly does the heavy lifting — the unsung hero behind the scenes. For Cebu, that hero is none other than IVY VP.

Long before Cebu became a must-visit poker destination, Ivy was already doing the work. She reached out to Manila players, encouraging them to come down and experience poker in the Queen City of the South — not just as a game, but as a community.

Even during the toughest times — in the heart of the pandemic, when everything slowed down — Ivy never did. She kept moving, kept pushing, kept marketing Cebu as a premium poker destination, believing in its potential and its people.

SUNDER LEE

CEBU
1,080,000

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JOHN RUIZ

CEBU
985,000

♠️ John Ruiz – Playing for Redemption ♦️

With family pride on the line, John Ruiz enters the Final Table of the Mini Chase Cup 2025 not just for the title — but to restore a name.

After his brother’s recent bid for Batangas governor fell short, John steps into the spotlight with a different kind of campaign — a calculated run toward poker glory. Known for his measured decisions and sharp strategy, he’s been quietly carving his path through the field, waiting for the right moment to strike.

Now, with a final table seat secured, the question remains:
Can John Ruiz deliver redemption through the cards and bring home a win — not just for himself, but for family honor?

🃏 Stay tuned — the battle is personal.

JUNEL OSWA

CEBU
280,000

♠️ The Missionary of the Felt ♣️
With cards in one hand and purpose in the other, he’s a man on a mission — not just to win, but to inspire.

One of the seasoned veterans of the game, he brings more than just years of experience to the table. He brings a message — one rooted in discipline, faith, and a deep love for the game. As he continues to spread his teachings, he’s slowly becoming a spiritual leader at the felt, guiding his growing flock in Cebu with every hand played and every lesson shared.

This tournament isn’t just another run — it’s a journey of purpose, and he’s determined to lead by example.

🕊️ Will the missionary’s path lead to a title? Or perhaps something greater?
Stay tuned. His faith may yet move chips — and mountains.