Jean Marc Belkadi is a French professional poker player, best known for his victory at the World Series of Poker (WSOP).
Poker Career
Jean Marc Belkadi has established himself as a prominent figure in the European and international poker scene, primarily competing in live tournaments. His career highlights include multiple deep runs in significant events and substantial prize winnings.= World Series of Poker
= Belkadi achieved his most notable success at the 2021 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. He triumphed in Event #47: $5,000 Freezeout No-Limit Hold'em, securing his first coveted WSOP bracelet and a prize of $398,060. This victory marked a significant milestone in his career, solidifying his reputation within the global poker community.= Other Notable Achievements
= Prior to his WSOP bracelet win, Belkadi had accumulated numerous cashes in various tournaments across Europe. His notable performances include:- A 3rd place finish in the €2,200 Main Event at the France Poker Series (FPS) in Aix-en-Provence in 2019, earning €60,000.
- Numerous other final table appearances and cashes in events on circuits such as the European Poker Tour (EPT) and other national series.
As of early 2024, his total live tournament earnings exceed $1.2 million.
Playing Style
Belkadi is known for his aggressive yet calculated style of play, which has served him well in navigating large tournament fields and securing victories against top competition.See Also
- World Series of Poker
- List of World Series of Poker bracelet winners
References
- [https://www.wsop.com/players/profile/?playerid=270104 WSOP Player Profile: Jean Marc Belkadi]
- [https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/player.php?a=r&n=353457 The Hendon Mob: Jean Marc Belkadi]