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Chino Rheem Poker Bio: Real Name, Nicknames, 2026 Season and Career He/Him
Chino Rheem → David Yongtaek Rheem
Chino Rheem's real name is David Yongtaek Rheem.
- Known as
- Chino Rheem
- Real name
- David Yongtaek Rheem
- Category
- Poker Players
The databases list him as David Rheem, but everyone calls him "Chino". He made the 2008 WSOP Main Event final table. As of Oct 23, 2026, Chino is #35 in the Card Player 2026 POY race with 4,237 points and $1,151,320 in qualifying winnings.
Stats as of Oct 2026 (sources checked Oct 23, 2026).
By the Numbers
- Career live earnings: not re-verified this run; see the Hendon Mob
Real name: David Yongtaek Rheem
Also known as: Chino
Country: USA
Chino in 2026
Card Player's 2026 Overall POY leaderboard has Chino at #35 with 4,237 points, 1 title and 11 final tables for $1,151,320. On the Global Poker Index, Chino is 54th on the GPI Player of the Year table (Hendon Mob). WSOP Paradise (Dec 3 to 17, 2026) can still change the standings.
Notable Facts
- He finished seventh in the 2008 WSOP Main Event for $1,772,650. (Wikipedia: Chino Rheem)
- He has three WPT titles, including the 2013 WPT World Championship for $1,150,297. (Wikipedia: Chino Rheem)
- He won the 2019 PCA Main Event for $1,567,100. (Wikipedia: Chino Rheem)
FAQ
What is Chino Rheem's real name?
Chino Rheem's real name is David Yongtaek Rheem. Also known as: Chino.
Where does Chino Rheem rank in 2026?
As of Oct 23, 2026, #35 in Card Player's POY race (4,237 points) and 54th on the GPI Player of the Year table.