Many players dream of winning a million-dollar poker bonus, especially because of the life-changing benefits it can bring. Until 2018, only Alexandre Gomes from Paraná had achieved this feat on the Brazilian stage. However, given Brazil’s growth in the sport, things have changed a lot over the past five years and this has become the norm.
In 2023 alone, four seven-figure prizes have been won. Brazilians compete in live tournaments. The latest news is João Sydens’ impressive performance at the EPT Barcelona Main Event. Carioca, in second place, received 1,048,555 euros, equivalent to1,132,031 US dollars when converted into US dollars. It is also the biggest prize ever won by a Brazilian on the track.
Considering only the winnings won by Brazilian players in live poker, João Sydens now has the third-best finish in history in terms of finances, behind only runner-up Alexandre Gomes ( WPT Bellagio Cup 2009 – 1st – $1,187,160) and first place Philipe Pizzari (PSPC 2023 – third place – $2,524,781). ).
With titles won by Felipe Ketzer, Felipe Boianovsky and Saymon Dias, Sydens’ performance in Barcelona finally cemented Brazilian poker’s place on the European Poker Tour (EPT) stage, especially in the main event. In the competition, only Marcelo Mesqueu has achieved a major breakthrough so far.
In the end, João won and climbed to No. 10 in the top spot, surpassing Pablo Brito, Roberly Felício, Marcelo Mesqueu, Bruno Foster, Brunno Botteon, Rodrigo Selouan and Bruno Volkmann, who were ranked 10th last month. Make a splash and win millions on Triton London.
Check out the top 10 Brazilian jackpots in live poker below:
1. Philipe Pizzari – PSPC 2023 – 3rd place – $2,524,871
2. Alexander Gomez – 2009 WPT Bellagio Cup – 1st place – $1,187,160
3. João Sydens – Main Event EPT Barcelona 2023 – 2nd Place – $1,132,031*
4. Bruno Volkmann – $60,000 8-hand Triton London – 2nd place – $1,080,000
5. Brunno Botteon – WSOP 2020 Main Event – 2. Place – $1,062,723
6. Rodrigo Selouan – $60,000 Turbo Triton London – Second Place – $1,060,300
7. Roberly Felício – Colossus WSOP 2018 – First Place – $1,000,000
8. Pablo Brito – Main Event partypoker MILLION$ Uruguay 2020 – 1st place – $1,000,000
9. Marcelo Mesqueu – EPT Monte Carlo 2022 Main Event Events – 1. Place – $988,691*
10. Bruno Foster – WSOP 2014 Main Event – 8. Ranking – $947,172
*Price converted from EUR to USD according to Hendomob website
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This text highlights the increasing success of Brazilian poker players on the international stage, with several players winning million-dollar prizes in recent years. João Sydens’ impressive performance at the EPT Barcelona Main Event solidified Brazilian poker’s presence in the European Poker Tour and earned him the third-best financial finish in Brazilian poker history.
The text highlights the growing success of Brazilian poker players on the international stage, with an increasing number of them winning million-dollar prizes in live tournaments. The latest achievement by João Sydens at the EPT Barcelona further solidifies Brazil’s presence in the poker world, with his second-place finish being the highest prize ever won by a Brazilian player.
This text highlights the recent success of Brazilian poker players in winning million-dollar prizes at international tournaments, showcasing the growth of the sport in Brazil. It also mentions specific players and their impressive achievements, solidifying Brazilian poker’s presence on the global stage.
This text highlights the increasing success of Brazilian poker players in winning million-dollar prizes in live tournaments. The achievements of players like João Sydens and Philipe Pizzari demonstrate the rising prominence of Brazilian players in the international poker scene.
This text highlights the impressive success of Brazilian poker players in recent years, with multiple players winning million-dollar prizes in live tournaments. This success has solidified Brazil’s presence on the international poker stage, particularly on the European Poker Tour.