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Richard Yong Biography

Richard Yong is one of the most popular and richest Businessman who was born on December 25, 1957 in Malaysia.

Yong entered the $1,000,000 dollar Big One for One Drop in the 2012 World Series of Poker. He finished 8th earning $1,237,333. 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.

In 2014, Yong and his son were briefly 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. Yong has alleged business ties to Phua as well as being a gambling partner.

NameRichard Yong
First NameElena
Last NameSidneva
OccupationBusinessman
BirthdayDecember 25
Birth Year1957
Place of Birth
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Birth CountryMalaysia
Birth SignCapricorn
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Children(s)Wai Yong

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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In May 2018, Yong won the Triton HKD$250,000 6-Max Event which is part of the Super High Roller series in Montenegro. As of 2018, Yong has cashed for over $7,400,000 in live tournaments, making him the Malaysian cash leader.

Richard Yong Net Worth

Richard Yong is one of the richest Businessman from Malaysia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Richard Yong's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Seng Chen “Richard” Yong (born 25 December 1957) is a Malaysian businessman and poker player.

Net Worth$5 Million
SalaryUnder Review
Source of IncomeBusinessman
CarsNot Available
HouseLiving in own house.

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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.

Who is Richard Yong Dating?

According to our records, Richard Yong is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Richard Yong’s is not dating anyone.

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Top Facts about Richard Yong

  • Richard Yong is a Malaysian businessman and poker player.
  • He has over $20 million in live tournament earnings.
  • Yong co-founded the Triton Super High Roller Series.
  • He was arrested in 2018 for illegal gambling activities.
  • Yong has been involved in several high-profile poker controversies.
  • He is known for his aggressive playing style at the table.
  • Yong has made multiple appearances on televised poker events.
  • His biggest cash to date is $1,926,000 from a 2012 tournament.
  • Yong often plays in some of the highest stakes games in the world.
  • He is considered one of Asia’s top poker players and businessmen.
  • Facts & Trivia

    Elena Ranked on the list of most popular Businessman. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Malaysia. Richard Yong celebrates birthday on December 25 of every year.

    Where is Richard Yong from?

    Richard Yong
    BornSeng Chen Yong 25 December 1957 Malaysia
    World Series of Poker
    Final table(s)2
    Money finish(es)3

    Who owns triton poker?

    After Paul Phua founded Triton Poker in 2015, he was ready to organize his first event. The Triton Super High Rollers Series first began in 2016 with the US $200,000 No Limit Hold ‘Em Triton Super High Roller.

    Who is Tan Xuan poker?

    He was born a boss. After graduating from college in 2009, Xuan bought an art and dance school. The incumbents of both affectionately named him ‘President Tan. Later, Xuan would shift his focus from the arts to other more robust ways of making money, first entering the steel industry and then the financial arena.

    What does Paul Phua do?

    Wei Seng “Paul” Phua (born 29 April 1964) is a Malaysian Chinese businessman and poker player. Phua is a casino VIP junket operator who regularly hosts high stakes gambling in Macau. Phua has been called “A Legend in the Gambling World” and the “World’s Biggest Bookie”.

    Who is Shing Fung?

    Lo Shing Fung Also known as Rono Lo, the Hong Kong-born Macau-based businessman rarely plays tournaments, but when he does they are usually the highest buy-in events available – always a sign of a mega-rich poker wannabe.

    You may read full biography about Richard Yong from Wikipedia.

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