Ben's Poker Journey: From Small Stakes to Big Wins and Beyond

Ben, a professional poker player, began his poker journey around 2009, playing with friends for small stakes. His initial foray into the game was not professional; he started with SNG (Sit and Go) tournaments for $1. Over time, he gradually increased his stakes, eventually playing in high-stakes SNG tournaments worth $5,000 daily. Ben's transition to MTT (Multi-Table Tournaments) occurred about three years ago, although he now plays less frequently due to his focus on creating content and managing his website.

Ben's parents did not initially support his poker career but changed their minds when they saw his serious approach. They were more accepting because Ben had previously been involved in cyber sports, playing Counter-Strike at a near-professional level. Ben's first deposit in poker was $50 from PokerStrategy, and he added another $50 from his pocket money after losing the initial deposit. Despite losing his first few deposits, he quickly recovered and spent the most time at mid-stakes.

Ben prefers to stay anonymous to avoid distractions and tax issues in Germany. He has lived in England, Sweden, and now resides in Vienna. His biggest online win was $1,116,360 in a WCOOP tournament, where he defeated Fedor Holz in a heads-up match. This victory gave him additional confidence in his poker skills and the course he was developing, RaiseYourEdge, which was released in April 2017.