Johann Chua has had an impressive year, highlighted by his triumph at the 2024 Hanoi Open, where he emerged as champion in a fiercely competitive field. Alongside his victory in Vietnam, Chua reached the semi-finals of the 2024 World Pool Championship and the finals of the 2024 European Open, further solidifying his place among the world’s elite. Earlier in the year, he claimed his maiden WNT ranking title by defeating Wu Sun Lin at the Zen + Yuan8 Open in China. His remarkable form this year and growing list of accomplishments secured his spot in the inaugural Reyes Cup.

Chua also made waves in 2023 by partnering with James Aranas to win the Philippines’ record-breaking fourth World Cup of Pool title, further establishing his legacy as one of the sport’s brightest talents.