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Fan Doubles Up Into the Lead

by Tricia David • January 17, 2026 - 8:40 AM

First to act Lin Wei Kai made it 600,000 to go and after it folded around to the small blind Chih Wei Fan, he three-bet to 2,500,000. Lin challenged back with a four-bet jam and Fan called risking his tournament life. 

Chih Wei Fan: A ♠️ K ♣️

Lin Wei Kai: K ♥️ J ♠️

The board came K ♠️ Q ♦️ 7 ♦️ 3 ♣️ 4 ♥️ and Fan banked a double to dethrone Lin.   

PlayersChip Count
Chih Wei Fan18,350,000
Lin Wei Kai17,775,000