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Alejandro Andres Lococo, widely known by his stage name “Papo MC,” is an Argentinian freestyle rapper, world-class poker professional, and one of the most charismatic figures in the modern game. A World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner and Triton Million champion, Lococo has made history as the first player to successfully bridge the gap between international battle rap stardom and the pinnacle of high-stakes poker.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings surpassing $15,924,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), Lococo sits at #2 on Argentina’s All-Time Money List, trailing only Nacho Barbero. His career-defining score of $12,070,000 came from his historic victory in the 2024 Triton Poker Series Million Invitational at WSOP Paradise. Lococo is a WSOP bracelet winner and a two-time deep runner in the WSOP Main Event, finishing 7th in 2021 for $1,225,000 and 39th in 2022. He has continued his elite form into 2025 and 2026, recently finishing 3rd in the EPT Malta High Roller for $253,656. His massive tournament scores contribute to an estimated poker net worth of over $15 million.
Biography & Poker Background
Born in 1991 in Mar del Plata, Argentina, Lococo’s first rise to fame was not at the felt but on the stage. As “Papo MC,” he became a legend in the Spanish-speaking freestyle rap world, winning the Red Bull Batalla de los Gallos Argentina in 2016. His transition to poker began as a competitive hobby that quickly turned professional. Lococo gained global recognition in 2021 when his high-energy “Papo” persona and fearless play captivated the WSOP Main Event broadcast. Formerly a PokerStars Team Pro, he has proven to be much more than a celebrity guest, evolving into a technical powerhouse capable of beating the world’s best. Despite his poker success, he remains active in the music world, balancing high-stakes travel with his life as a father and a cultural icon in South America.
Play Style & Strategy
Lococo is renowned for a “creative, exploitative, and high-intensity” play style that he likens to a freestyle rap battle. While he has studied modern theory, he famously declares himself a “non-solver guy,” relying instead on “vibe,” energy, and psychological pressure. His strategy is characterized by massive, polarizing bluffs—most notably his legendary six-bet bluff in the 2022 Main Event—and an uncanny ability to read an opponent’s physical discomfort. He utilizes his background as a professional competitor to stay calm during multi-million dollar pay jumps, often thriving where traditional theorists might feel the “ICM pressure.” Whether he is competing in a WSOP championship or a Triton Poker Series invitational, Lococo’s strategy revolves around “playing for the glory” and trusting his creative intuition over a computer’s output.
Social Media & Online Presence
Want to follow “Papo MC” as he continues to dominate both the stage and the high-stakes circuit? You can find him here:
Video Highlights:
Watch Alejandro Lococo’s historic $12 million winning moment at the Triton Million:
