'King' Quan Zhou and 'Tough Guy' Dong Chen Perfectly Close 2024, AA POKER Team's '***

As 2024 quietly draws to a close, 2025 ushers in a fresh start. At this time of year, the circle of poker's annual rankings are being released with great fanfare. Over the past year, Chinese players have made their presence felt across poker tournaments worldwide, achieving numerous impressive results. As a result, they have performed exceptionally well in the annual rankings. In the recently released 2024 GPI (Global Poker Index) Annual Rankings, five Chinese players have made it into the top 100 in the world! Notably, two members of the AA poker teams, Quan Zhou and Dong Chen, have both secured spots in the GPI Top 100, ranking 26th and 66th, respectively, showcasing their incredible talent and competitive strength.

Global Poker Index (GPI)

The GPI is a ranking system used to track and measure the performance of poker players in major global tournaments. It evaluates players' results across various prestigious poker events to provide a global ranking that reflects their overall skill and performance in the competitive poker scene.

Achieving a spot in the GPI Top 100 is a prestigious honor, reflecting a player's consistent and high-level performance over the past six months.

Quan Zhou's 2024: A Year of Glorious Achievements Let's first take a look at the 2024 journey of 'King' Zhou Quan, which is a 'breakout year' for him, marked by five championships, two runner-up finishes, two third-place finishes, and seven final table (FT) appearances. Among his five titles, three stand out as major victories in high-stakes tournaments: the Jeju Triton High Roller in March, the Cyprus Super High Roller in August, and the Brisbane TLPT High Roller in October.

Zhou has been on an unstoppable rise throughout the entire year, and by November 2024, his career earnings surpassed the $10 million dollar. Currently, Zhou is undoubtedly at the peak of his career, and if he maintains this sizzling form, 2025 will surely bring even more championships! Dong Chen's 2024: Consistent and Rising Dong Chen, known as the 'Tough Guy' of Chinese poker players, combines good looks with exceptional poker skills. Despite his always considered himself a 'semi-professional' player, Chen stunned the poker world by winning the $10K High Roller at the WSOP Paradise Island event in December 2023, claiming a coveted WSOP bracelet—a dream come true for many pro players.

In 2024, Dong Chen continued his steady progress, earning one championship, two fourth-place finishes, and three final table (FT) appearances. The highlight of his year came in November 2024, when he clinched the WPT Super High Roller event.

With a career earnings total of $3 million, Chen is in the ascendant phase of his journey compared to Quan Zhou, who is already at the peak of his career. Chen steadily increasing his participation in high roller events, and joining the AA POKER team is a significant opportunity for him. With the full support of the team, Chen's potential is immense, and he is poised for an explosive rise in 2025!

The AA POKER Teams: A Stellar Roster

Dan Cates: One of the most elusive and prestigious players in the world, the owner of two gold bracelets(most difficult-to-obtain world gold bracelets). Joe Hachem: WSOP Main Event champion and holder of the prestigious WSOP bracelet. Quan Zhou: Multiple world champion titles holder and the highest-performing Chinese player in poker. Dong Chen: WSOP bracelet winner. YARA: The most influential Chinese poker player globally, known for her charm and sweetness. Yisha Chen: A top Chinese female player and one of the top five ranked Chinese players on the GPI. Yi Ye: The fastest-rising Chinese player in 2024, with improved poker skills, and standout looks. Looking Ahead to 2025: A New Chapter Begins! The brilliance of 2024 is now a thing of the past, and 2025 is ready for a fresh start! We eagerly look forward to the AA POKER team, a powerhouse full of vitality and potential, creating even more exciting moments and winning more championships in 2025. We also wish all domestic players continued success and progress, making the 2025 rankings even more dazzling!