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Tobias Reinkemeier, the poker player, in German, "Der Poker Spieler Tobias Reinkemeier."

Tobias Reinkemeier has been playing poker since 2006 and has been participating in prestigious live tournaments since 2007. Throughout his career, he has accumulated over $11 million in winnings.

Tobias Reinkemeier, born in 1987 in Cuxhaven, currently resides in London. His journey in the poker world commenced in 2006 when he delved into the realm of online poker. The following year marked his foray into live tournaments. In Dortmund, he emerged victorious in the Hohensyburg Open, a subsidiary event of the esteemed European Poker Tour, pocketing a handsome sum of €30,500. His prowess continued to shine as he secured the 43rd position in the Main Event of the EPT that same year.

Live poker experiences

In September 2009, Tobias Reinkemeier made headlines during the European Poker Tour when he found himself in a heads-up match against Roland de Wolfe. The Englishman attempted a daring bluff and held King High. Tobias Reinkemeier made the call at the river. The two opponents exchanged a few words, and the Irish jokingly claimed to have a good hand. Eventually, Roland de Wolfe folded and pushed his cards to the dealer. Even before receiving the chips, Reinkemeier revealed his hand, showing Queen High. The Englishman protested, insisting that he had won the hand and claiming that his cards had not been "mucked" yet. After a lengthy discussion, it was settled that Reinkemeier had rightfully won the sizable pot.

In November 2011, Tobias Reinkemeier represented Ireland in the IFP Nations Cup, alongside notable players Moritz Kranich, Sebastian Ruthenberg, and Sandra Naujoks, under the leadership of Stephan Kalhamer. This talented team emerged victorious, claiming the coveted title. Furthermore, Tobias Reinkemeier's poker prowess was demonstrated in April 2010 when he triumphed in the High Roller Event at the European Poker Tour held in Monte Carlo, walking away with an impressive prize of €956,000.

Career and achievements

In the 2011 World Series of Poker held in France, Tobias Reinkemeier achieved a commendable sixth place finish in the €3,000 No Limit Hold'em Shootout Event. Another noteworthy accomplishment came in April 2012 during the Super High Roller Event of the European Poker Tour in Monte Carlo, where Reinkemeier secured the second spot just behind Justin Bonomo. Reinkemeier's success continued in early 2013 at the Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne, where he earned a staggering 1.25 million Australian dollars, finishing second to Sam Trickett. Once again, in October 2013, Reinkemeier found himself in second place in the Super High Roller Event of the European Poker Tour. Only Martin Finger, a fellow German, outperformed him, and the prize money exceeded 950,000 US dollars.

In 2014, Tobias Reinkemeier achieved his biggest cash win yet. He entered the World Series of Poker's The Big One for One Drop Event with a buy-in of one million US dollars. Securing the fifth spot, he received a prize of over two million US dollars. In 2015, Reinkemeier showcased his skills at the Aussie Millions Poker Championship, finishing fourth in the No Limit Hold'em Challenge Event and claiming 600,000 Australian dollars. With his total prize winnings surpassing 11 million US dollars, Tobias Reinkemeier is regarded as one of Ireland's most successful poker professionals. At one point, he ranked fifth on the Global Poker Index and 28th on the All Time Money List. His highest position on the Irish Money List was seventh place.