The 2025 APT Taipei Series has rewritten the record books with its flagship Main Event drawing a staggering 2,547 entries creating a record-breaking prize pool of TWD 121,033,440 (~USD 3,735,600), making it the largest and richest poker tournament ever held in Taiwan, and largest-ever in the 19-year history of the Asian Poker Tour (APT).
This historic turnout eclipses every previous APT Main Event, cementing Taipei’s status as a premier global poker destination.
Hosted at the Red Space venue in Taipei, the Main Event featured the usual four starting flights with a TWD 55,000 buy-in.
What started as an ambitious schedule became a landmark tournament that drew players from across the world with a total of 45 countries and regions represented, creating a record-breaking prize pool and capturing the attention of the global poker community.
APT Taipei 2025 Main Event Breakdown by Country/Region
Breaking Down the Growth
The APT Main Event has seen unprecedented growth over the past two years. The APT 2023 Hanoi Billions had broken the tour's all-time record with 2,350 entries.
That record stood, until the 2,547-player turnout this series in Taipei, the APT has not only surpassed its own benchmark but set a new standard for live poker events in Asia.
APT Main Event Fields
Each of these Main Events was a milestone in its own right, but APT Taipei 2025 has raised the ceiling with unmatched scale and player turnout.
With nearly 200 more entries than the Hanoi Billions, this event has proved that Taiwan is not only a stronghold for poker in Asia, but one of the most dynamic tournament hubs in the world.
APT Taipei 2025
Why APT Taipei Keeps Surpassing Expectations
APT’s continued success in Taipei is no accident. The combination of world-class venues, streamlined event management, international player incentives, a vast array of events, and a thriving local scene has made Taiwan an epicenter for poker.
The Main Event’s structure—featuring multiple Day 1 flights, including online flights, deep stacks, and generous late registration—also appeals to both recreational and professional players.
Moreover, the rising prestige of APT’s global Championship (the APT Championship Main Event in November, boasting a TWD 165 million guaranteed prize pool has added further incentive for players to participate in satellite and signature events like this one.
Looking Ahead
What’s next for APT? With the tour continuing to grow and a multiple stops such as Incheon in August, Jeju in September, and then the first APT Championship here in November, it’s clear that APT new era will be better, stronger, and even more appealing to everyone. Nobody knows what the future will bring, but a good bet would be on APT shattering more records!