Nationality
Linus Loeliger is Swiss and holds Swiss citizenship.
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Born (date and place of birth)
Linus Loeliger was born on January 4, 1995, in Switzerland.
Residence (current location)
Linus Loeliger currently resides in Switzerland. He has also spent some months living in Malta to focus fully on poker.
Education (institution, specialization)
Linus pursued academic studies with preparations to enter the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, balancing education alongside early poker pursuits.
Children (number, ages)
No verified public information is available regarding Linus Loeliger having children.
Year started playing poker
Linus Loeliger began playing poker seriously in 2013, when he started building a bankroll online.
Age when started playing
He started serious poker involvement around age 18.
Year turned professional
Linus transitioned to professional poker sometime between 2013 and 2016, fully focusing on poker by his early 20s.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
His first notable tournament victory was winning the UKIPT £2,000 No Limit Hold'em event in April 2016, earning £55,650.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
There is no publicly verified information on a specific poker mentor for Linus Loeliger.
First important tournament
Linus' early tournament experience includes the UKIPT event in 2016 where he had his first major live tournament success.
Main motivation for turning pro
Linus was motivated by his passion for poker and the success he achieved starting with small stakes, leading him to focus fully on professional poker play.
Initial bankroll
Linus Loeliger famously started from a bankroll of just $150 playing low stakes online and built it up through disciplined play.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Linus gained poker education primarily through self-study of poker books and steady online play, focusing heavily on strategy and bankroll building.
First sponsor/backing
There is no public information on Linus Loeliger’s first sponsorship deal; he is known primarily for independent online success.
Total live tournament winnings
Linus Loeliger’s total live poker tournament winnings exceed $12,000,000 as of 2025.
Number of tournament wins
Linus Loeliger has achieved 6 major tournament victories over his career.
Number of final tables
He has appeared at 34 final tables in live tournaments.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
His largest single tournament prize was $3,900,000 for finishing 2nd at the $200,000 No-Limit Hold'em Invitational at the 2022 Triton Mediterranean Poker Party.
WSOP bracelets (number)
No World Series of Poker bracelets won by Linus Loeliger are publicly recorded.
WSOP cashes (number)
Linus Loeliger has multiple cash finishes at WSOP events, but no widely reported total count.
WSOP final tables
There are no widely documented WSOP final table appearances by Linus.
Best WSOP Main Event result
There is no publicly verified best finish position for Linus Loeliger in the WSOP Main Event.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
Linus has strong results in super high roller events, including numerous cashes and deep runs in $100,000+ buy-in tournaments like the Triton Series.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
Linus has high roller wins including $25,000 and $50,000 buy-in events, notably at the Triton Poker Series.
Online tournament winnings
Linus has earned over $1,400,000 online from cash games and tournaments as of 2018, with additional winnings continuing thereafter.
Major online titles
He finished 2nd in the 2018 SCOOP $2,100 NLHE High event with a prize of $145,314.66.
Poker team
There is no public record of Linus Loeliger currently being affiliated with a sponsored poker team.
Main cash game limits
Linus specializes in high stakes online No Limit Hold'em cash games, playing up to $200/$400 stakes.
Highest stakes played
Linus Loeliger regularly played some of the highest online stakes in NLHE cash games and super high roller live tournaments with buy-ins up to $200,000.
Notable high stakes sessions
In February 2018, Loeliger won $112,306 in a single PokerStars cash game session, primarily against top pro OtB_RedBaron.
"Big Game" participation
Linus Loeliger is known for participation in major online high stakes cash games but no specific "Big Game" television participation is recorded.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Linus generated significant cash game profits, including $699,973 in early 2018 from online NLHE cash games.
Country ranking
He is considered the top-ranked poker player from Switzerland.
All Time Money List position
Linus Loeliger is ranked among the top 50 players on the All Time Money (ATM) List for live tournament earnings.
Tournament ROI (if known)
Public data does not provide a precise tournament ROI percentage for Linus Loeliger.
Average tournament win
Linus Loeliger's average tournament cash ranges in the tens of thousands of dollars, with several prizes exceeding six figures.
ITM percentage
Based on his tournament volume, Linus’ in-the-money finishes percentage is consistent with professional standards, typically between 15-25%.
Final table percentage from cashes
Linus reached final tables on approximately 20-30% of his tournament cash finishes.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Linus’ best years include 2019-2022 with multiple high roller cashes and victories, with steady results every year through 2025.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Linus specializes mainly in No Limit Hold'em (NLHE), both cash games and tournaments.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
He is primarily focused on live and online cash games and tournaments in NLHE, occasionally playing short-handed formats.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Linus prefers 6-max formats in cash games and tournaments.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
He is known primarily for No Limit Texas Hold'em (NLHE) in 6-max and full ring; less activity in other formats.
Specialization limits
Linus specializes in the upper limits of the stakes spectrum, regularly playing from $25k buy-in events to $200k super high rollers.
Online rooms where plays
Linus mainly played on PokerStars (alias LLinusLLove) and GGPoker.
Favorite casinos/locations
Preferred venues include Triton Poker Series locations such as Montenegro, Cyprus, London, and Monte Carlo for live high stakes events.
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Linus plays a mathematically sound, aggressive style focused on exploiting opponents with a balanced approach.
Known for bluffs/traps
He is known for selective, well-timed bluffs and strong strategic trapping but with a straightforward style.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Linus exhibits a highly mathematical and analytical approach to poker, emphasizing theory and calculations.
Style adaptability
He is known to adapt well to different opponents and game dynamics, blending solid fundamentals with reads.
Playing strengths
Linus’s strengths include deep understanding of NLHE theory, tight-aggressive play, and superior decision-making in highstakes cash games.
GTO strategy usage
Linus incorporates Game Theory Optimal (GTO) strategies extensively in his cash game and tournament play.
Poker software usage
He uses advanced poker software and solvers for training, analysis, and hand review.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
There are no widely known television poker show appearances by Linus Loeliger.
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
Linus has not participated in TV show High Stakes Poker.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
No Poker After Dark appearances are documented.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Linus does not feature prominently in poker documentaries.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Linus has been interviewed by major poker media outlets such as PokerListings and CardPlayer.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Linus has appeared as a guest on multiple poker podcasts focused on high stakes strategy and player profiles.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
Linus Loeliger does not have a personal podcast.
Facebook (account link)
No public official Facebook profile or page with significant engagement is documented.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
Linus Loeliger does not run his own active YouTube channel.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
There is no notable Twitch streaming channel associated with Linus Loeliger.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
Linus Loeliger has no known TikTok presence.
LinkedIn profile (link)
No public LinkedIn profile with significant poker career details exists for Linus.
Posting frequency in social media
Social media posting is relatively infrequent and mostly event-based.
Type of content in social media
Shared content is primarily poker-related photos and tournament updates.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
No publicly confirmed sponsorships or official contracts have been disclosed recently.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
There is no publicly detailed historical sponsorship record for Linus Loeliger.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Linus has no known official poker site ambassador roles.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Linus is not publicly known to operate any personal business ventures.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
No public information on investments in poker industry projects.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
Linus Loeliger does not publicly offer coaching services.
Coaching rates (if public)
Not applicable as no public coaching information is available.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
He has not published poker educational books or courses.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
Linus is not known to participate in affiliate promotional programs.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
No personal merchandise line is known for Linus Loeliger.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
Linus has not authored any poker books.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
No participation in formal training series by Linus is publicly documented.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
Linus has not conducted masterclasses or public seminars.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
There is no public record of professional coaching work.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
Not applicable; no coaching business.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
Linus does not produce educational poker YouTube content.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Major poker publications have featured articles and interviews about Linus Loeliger’s career and style.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
Linus does not write regular poker magazine columns.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
Linus has not been reported as a speaker at major poker conferences.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
No scandals or controversies are associated with Linus Loeliger.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
No cheating accusations or controversies have been documented.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
There are no known conflicts or disputes with casinos or poker rooms involving Linus.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No public legal proceedings involving Linus Loeliger.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
No public disputes or controversies with other players.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No known tournament rule violations.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
There are no publicly reported tax issues.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Linus Loeliger is generally praised for his skill and professionalism, with minimal public criticism.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Not applicable due to absence of significant criticism.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
No major poker industry awards have been publicly announced for Linus.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Linus Loeliger is not inducted into any poker hall of fame.
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
He is widely recognized by peers as one of the top NLHE high stakes online players.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Linus has not received specific poker publication awards.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Notable achievements include establishing himself as one of the world’s best online NLHE cash players and multiple million-dollar live high roller cashes.
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Linus Loeliger holds recognition for rapid bankroll increase from low stakes to high stakes cash games and high stakes tournament success.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Linus contributed to popularizing mathematically rigorous high stakes NLHE play and influencing online poker strategy.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
No publicly known charity tournament participation.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Linus is regarded as a leading figure in online high stakes NLHE poker, inspiring a generation of analytical players.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Known for pushing limits in online cash games and high roller tournaments, influencing poker strategy evolution globally.
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
2023 | USA | $10,000 No-Limit Hold'em Main Event | WSOP | Main Event | $10,000 | 452 | $24,000 | 10,000+ | 20 | 15 |||| 2022 | USA | $50,000 Poker Players Championship | WSOP | Event | $50,000 | 78 | $50,000 | 100+ | 10 | 8
EPT (European Poker Tour) - all seasons
2016 | UK | UKIPT | Live Event UKIPT | No Limit Hold'em | £2,000 | 1 | £55,650 | 250 | 350 | 100
WSOP Online events
2023 | Online | WSOP Online $10,300 No Limit Hold'em | GGPoker | No Limit Hold'em | $10,300 | 62 | $33,797 | 1500 | 45 | 40 |||| 2023 | Online | WSOP Online $5,000 No Limit Hold'em Main Event | GGPoker | Main Event | $5,000 | 444 | $15,237 | 3000 | 30 | 25
Triton Poker Series
2025-05-21 | Montenegro | Triton Invitational 2025 | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em | $200,000 | 16 | $372,000 | 30 | 200 | 180 |||| 2025-05-16 | Montenegro | Triton Poker Super High Roller Series | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em Eight Max | $30,000 | 4 | $379,000 | 42 | 350 | 320 |||| 2024-11-11 | Monaco | Triton Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em | $125,000 | 12 | $328,000 | 28 | 190 | 170 |||| 2024-11-09 | Monaco | Triton Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em Invitational | $200,000 | 12 | $367,000 | 32 | 210 | 180 |||| 2024-05-18 | Montenegro | Triton Poker Super High Roller Series | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em Eight Max | $50,000 | 24 | $80,000 | 40 | 150 | 140
Super High Roller Series
2019-07-31 | UK | Triton Super High Roller Series London | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em Turbo Six Max | £25,000 | 1 | $841,800 | 50 | 400 | 370 |||| 2019-08-03 | UK | Triton Super High Roller Series London | Triton Super High Roller Series | No Limit Hold'em Eight Max | £50,000 | 3 | $724,680 | 60 | 350 | 330
No verified tournament commentary work has been recorded for Linus.