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Johnny Chan

"The Orient Express"

United States · Born 1957 · No-Limit Hold'em

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$9,200,000
Career Earnings
10
WSOP Bracelets
0
WPT Titles
$1,000,000
Biggest Cash

Biography

Johnny Chan is the last player to win consecutive WSOP Main Events (1987 and 1988) and holds 10 WSOP bracelets. His iconic orange, featured in the movie 'Rounders,' and his back-to-back Main Event victories make him one of the most legendary figures in poker history.

Playing Style

A patient, controlled player who waits for premium opportunities and then strikes with devastating precision.

Notable Moments

1

Won back-to-back WSOP Main Events in 1987 and 1988

2

Last player to win consecutive Main Events

3

Featured prominently in the movie 'Rounders'

4

Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2002

Biggest Career Cash

$1,000,000

1988 WSOP Main Event

What You Can Learn from Johnny Chan

Chan demonstrates the power of patience and discipline; waiting for the right spots rather than forcing action is a timeless winning strategy.

Johnny Chan FAQ

How much money has Johnny Chan won in poker?
Johnny Chan has earned $9,200,000 in live tournament cashes, placing them #78 on the all-time money list. Their biggest single cash was $1,000,000 at the 1988 WSOP Main Event.
How many WSOP bracelets does Johnny Chan have?
Johnny Chan has won 10 World Series of Poker bracelets.
Is Johnny Chan still playing poker?
Johnny Chan is retired from professional poker competition, though they remain one of the most accomplished players in the game's history.