Nationality
In professional poker, most players are publicly identified by their nationality and citizenship, which is usually tied to their place of residence or birth and displayed on official tournament listings or player profiles.
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Born (date and place of birth)
Prominent poker players generally have their date and place of birth disclosed in interviews, player bios, and poker database profiles, providing transparency to fans and sponsors.
Residence (current location)
Publicly successful poker professionals often have their current city or country of residence listed in major poker databases due to tax, media exposure, and travel associations within the circuit.
Education (institution, specialization)
Information on educational background is widely shared among top players, especially if their academic journey influenced or coincided with their entry into professional poker.
Children (number, ages)
Information about children and family life is sometimes disclosed in interviews or feature articles, especially for veteran or highly recognized players.
Year started playing poker
Industry standard is to document the year a player began their professional journey, usually through verified tournament records or direct interviews.
Age when started playing
Serious poker players and analysts often cite the age at which significant poker involvement began, reflecting on early talent and experience.
Year turned professional
The year a player transitions to pro status is commonly recognized as the year of their first notable tournament cash, sponsorship, or consistent professional play.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
Most professional players and their profiles highlight the details of their first significant tournament, including the amount won, which helps mark their breakthrough in the poker world.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
It is standard for poker biographies to mention who first introduced a player to the game, or influential mentors that helped early on.
First important tournament
Initial tournament experience—especially the first important or televised event attended—is common in media biographies and interviews.
Main motivation for turning pro
Players typically discuss their primary motivation for playing professionally in interviews, such as financial goals, passion for the game, or competitive drive.
Initial bankroll
Information on a player’s early bankroll or financial backing is often included in autobiographies or in-depth profiles, illustrating their risk tolerance and resourcefulness.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Many players share their poker education experience, including coaching, seminars, and strategy resources, to highlight their commitment to learning.
First sponsor/backing
Details of the first sponsorship deal or backing arrangement are often discussed in poker media and are a career milestone.
Total live tournament winnings
Live tournament winnings totals are publicly tracked by poker ranking sites such as The Hendon Mob and CardPlayer, with regular updates for accuracy.
Number of tournament wins
Total number of tournament titles is a point of professional distinction, tracked by official results sites and often referenced in player bios and interviews.
Number of final tables
Most high-profile poker players have their final table appearances documented, as these are significant accomplishments for reputation and sponsorship.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
The largest tournament victory—by prize amount—is a core career milestone and widely cited in introductions to establish a player’s credentials.
WSOP bracelets (number)
The number of World Series of Poker bracelets is a prestigious record, meticulously tracked by official WSOP lists, with detailed breakdowns.
WSOP cashes (number)
Total World Series of Poker cashes are essential data for tracking consistency and ranking among professionals and aspiring players.
WSOP final tables
Final table appearances at the WSOP are notable career achievements, recorded in official event summaries and profiles.
Best WSOP Main Event result
Best finish in the WSOP Main Event is a point of pride for players and often mentioned in media coverage and interviews.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
Super high roller results with buy-ins $100K+ are published in live reporting blogs and poker databases, reflecting elite player status.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
High roller victories in the $25K-$100K range are highlighted for their skill and bankroll significance, featured in event coverage.
Online tournament winnings
Successful online tournament winnings are often tracked on specific online poker tracking sites and referenced in industry articles for notoriety.
Major online titles
Major online tournament wins are highlighted by platforms and recorded to emphasize the transition between live and virtual arenas.
Poker team
Team affiliations with major sponsorships are routinely announced and visible in tournament coverage and branding.
Main cash game limits
Cash game limits and usual stakes are components of professional poker reputations, disclosed in media and sometimes poker vlogs.
Highest stakes played
Highest cash game stakes played are sometimes reported or confirmed by media or live stream records, enhancing a high-roller image.
Notable high stakes sessions
Notable high-stakes cash game sessions are often featured in live streams, post-game interviews, or news reports, building the player's legacy.
"Big Game" participation
Participation in the "Big Game" and similar high stakes events is publicly acknowledged, contributing to the player's reputation and sponsorship appeal.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Cash game profitability is typically private, but some professionals discuss ranges or totals in interviews and at industry panels.
Country ranking
National poker ranking, typically based on earnings or GPI metrics, is commonly cited to illustrate local dominance or stature.
All Time Money List position
All Time Money List (ATM) position is a major benchmark of lifetime success, visible in leading poker statistical databases.
Tournament ROI (if known)
Tournament return on investment is sometimes shared for players with transparent records, though often estimated from available cash data.
Average tournament win
Average tournament cash and prize figures are calculated for professional transparency and to help analyze career trajectory.
ITM percentage
In-the-money (ITM) percentage reflects tournament consistency; this stat appears in many specialist poker rankings.
Final table percentage from cashes
Final table percentages are measured by professional sites to assess depth of field and overall skill.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Year-by-year stats are shared by players, media, and data providers to track career momentum and significant growth periods.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Top players’ main disciplines, such as No Limit Hold’em or Pot Limit Omaha, are often discussed and identified by preferred event selection.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Format preferences between tournaments, cash games, online, or live play are referenced to distinguish player strengths and styles.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Preferred table sizes, such as six-max or full ring, are standard in player descriptions as they reflect tactical approaches.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
Many players are associated with specific poker variants such as NLHE, PLO, or mixed games, which are published in bios and tournament records.
Specialization limits
Players’ favorite specialization limits are disclosed through interviews, results, or online profiles to highlight comfort zones.
Online rooms where plays
Active participation in particular online poker rooms is standard to share, sometimes promoted via stream or affiliate links.
Favorite casinos/locations
Favorite brick-and-mortar casinos are mentioned in interviews, sponsorships, and live event choices, building brand associations.
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Playing style, such as tight-aggressive (TAG) or loose-aggressive (LAG), is widely discussed by coaches, commentators, and industry media.
Known for bluffs/traps
A player’s reputation for bluffing or specific strategic signatures is a common point in commentary and player analyses.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Whether a player uses mathematical or intuitive/feeling-based approaches is often discussed in educational content and analyses.
Style adaptability
Adaptability to different players and conditions is a celebrated characteristic, noted by observers and often discussed by the players themselves.
Playing strengths
Professional strengths are frequently covered in media analysis, coaching evaluations, and peer comments.
GTO strategy usage
Top modern players adopt and are recognized for using Game Theory Optimal (GTO) approaches, as discussed in industry training and coverage.
Poker software usage
Use of solvers and analysis software is standard for modern professionals, usually disclosed during interviews or in educational content.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Television poker appearances are celebrated and catalogued in player media bios, contributing to marketability.
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
High Stakes Poker participation is documented by season and episode for each industry-recognized player.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
Poker After Dark participations are publicized with event summaries and contribute to a player's televised reputation.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Player’s features in documentaries are announced in press releases or discussed in interviews, often for broader audience reach.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Major poker publication interviews are referenced by article title and publication link for audience engagement.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Podcast guest spots are announced on shows’ pages, player social media, or poker news sites.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
Player-hosted podcasts or video channels are listed publicly, often with stats on followers and link to primary content.
Facebook (account link)
Facebook is commonly used to share tournament updates and connect with fans in dedicated pages/groups.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
YouTube channels are created for extended educational or entertainment content, frequently referenced by viewership statistics.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
Streaming on Twitch builds personal brands and community interaction, noted in player profiles and third-party analytics.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
TikTok presence is increasing for younger professionals, used for short-form content and fan engagement, with metrics public.
LinkedIn profile (link)
LinkedIn profiles detail business, sponsorship, and educational history, more common among players who consult or teach.
Posting frequency in social media
Posting frequency on social platforms reflects the player’s media strategy and is used to grow following and attract sponsors.
Type of content in social media
Social media content includes updates about events, strategies, personal life, partnerships, and poker advice, carefully balanced for personal brand growth.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
Most recognized poker professionals maintain current sponsors, usually large poker rooms, casino brands, or related companies, with details announced in press or social posts.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
Sponsorship history is detailed in biographies and media releases, showing a player’s industry relationships and commercial appeal.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Poker site ambassador roles are promoted in official announcements and media, tied to contract renewals and player prestige.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Many players pursue entrepreneurial ventures in poker or related industries, which are promoted via their own websites and business directories.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
Investments in poker platforms or associated startups are sometimes disclosed in industry interviews or business publications.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
Many professionals offer coaching services via personal outreach, group seminars, or instructional sites, often promoted on social channels.
Coaching rates (if public)
Coaching rates and structures are made public by professional coaches for individual, group, or video review sessions.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
Published educational materials, including videos, books, or online courses, create additional revenue, influence, and authority for professionals.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
Participation in affiliate programs is standard for professionals promoting poker sites, tools, or training resources, with terms disclosed at point of sale or on player sites.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
Some professionals launch merchandise lines, sold through their websites or partnered platforms, to engage fans and build personal brands.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
Top players author poker books with standard publishing information and references, which aids both marketing and teaching.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
Involvement in formal training series is often mentioned in credentials, both for credential building and for student attraction.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
Masterclass and seminar presentations are prominently featured in bios of players active in coaching and public speaking.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
Work as a poker coach is highlighted in professional and player testimonials, industry features, and course platforms.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
Coaching student results are sometimes publicized as testimonials and contribute to a coach’s credibility and reputation.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
YouTube educational content statistics are used to showcase expertise and reach for learning-focused professionals.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Publication of poker articles in industry magazines or websites builds visibility and authority in poker education spaces.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
Regular publication of columns in leading magazines solidifies brand identity and regular contact with followers.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
Speaking engagements at poker-related conferences are documented in speaker bios and conference websites.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
Major poker scandals with player involvement are significantly covered in media and industry sites, including outcomes and community impacts.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
Cheating accusations are documented in media, along with details of investigation and final rulings for transparency.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
Incidents involving casino disputes are reported in poker news, event coverage, and legal filings if significant.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
Legal proceedings are typically public record when involving high-profile poker players and covered by industry watchdogs.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
Disputes with other players, especially if public or on social media, are widely reported in poker news.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
Tournament rules infractions and corresponding penalties are sometimes included in official event coverage or disciplinary records.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
Notable tax-related cases are reported in finance or sports media if the individual is high profile and the case significant.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Poker community criticisms are discussed on forums and in industry media, especially regarding controversial figures or plays.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Most players respond to criticism through social media, interviews, or public statements, clarifying context or issuing apologies if needed.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
Awards from the poker industry are presented at annual events with public recognition of winners and their achievements.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Hall of Fame inclusions are celebrated events with induction dates and institutions well publicized in the poker world.
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Peer recognition, via awards or citations, is included in player profiles to reflect their standing in the professional community.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Magazine awards and recognitions from leading poker publications are used to highlight excellence and are commonly referenced in bios.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Special achievements are showcased as clear markers of a player’s contribution or result, enhancing legacy and media narrative.
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Publicly acknowledged records held by players are certified by poker databases or event organizers for accuracy.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Contributions to poker are highlighted in interviews, media profiles, and awards, covering advancements in gameplay, community, or education.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
Participation in charity events is a source of positive media, often featured on poker sites and organizational partner media.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Legacy is discussed by commentators and peers, reflecting on a player's impact, innovation, and career highlights.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Industry influence is measured by a player’s effect on trends, the development of the game, and the next generation of poker professionals.
Professional commentary work is credited to players for industry streams, final tables, or poker TV broadcasts.