Shoichiro Tamaki Triumphs in Record-Breaking APT Incheon Main Event

Asian Poker Tour made its traditional stop in Incheon, South Korea, for another record-breaking festival as Japan’s Shoichiro Tamaki emerged victorious in the Main Event, securing the biggest prize of KRW 271,447,000 (approximately $206,030) after a three-way ICM deal.

This year’s edition of the APT Main Event marked a record milestone with an astounding 930 entries who flocked to the Paradise City Casino, shattering the initial $1,000,000 guarantee and elevating the prize pool to KRW 1,867,347,000 (~$1,411,975).

The final day showcased a field of sixteen players, with Tamaki leading the charge with a towering stack. Tamaki’s ascent to the top was punctuated by a pivotal flip victory and a massive pot win against Uzbekistan’s Valeriy Pak, who notably finished 2nd at WPT Korea for $197,332, during the final stages of Day 3.

As the dust settled and Pak made an exit in 4^th place, the trio of Tamaki, Tsz To Wan, and Napat Chokejindachai decided to do an ICM deal with $20,000 and a golden trophy remaining in the pot. Following the agreement, the play went on for a few more levels before Chokejindachai’s elimination in third place.

Tamaki started the heads-up battle behind in chips against Wan but eventually overpowered the Chinese. In the final hand, Wan went all-in with an open-ender on 693 board, while Tamaki called it off with a pair of threes for a maiden victory and a total prize of KRW 271,447,000 (~ $206,030).

2023 APT Incheon Main Event Final Table Results