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Benjamin Pollak is a world-class French professional poker player renowned for his exceptional consistency and deep runs in the most prestigious tournaments on the planet. A former professional magician turned high-stakes elite, Pollak became a global household name after his 3rd-place finish in the 2017 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event. Currently sitting at #3 on France’s all-time money list, he is widely regarded as one of the most technical and disciplined players of his generation.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings surpassing $13,225,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), Pollak is a titan of the European poker scene. His career-defining score of $3,500,000 was achieved during the 2017 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, where he famously reached the final table alongside fellow countryman Antoine Saout. Pollak has proven to be a master of the High Roller circuit, securing a massive victory in the 2018 European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona €50,000 High Roller for $1,145,430 and winning the 2019 EPT Monte Carlo €25,000 High Roller for $790,052. In early 2026, he continued his impressive form by finishing 3rd in the EPT Paris €2,200 Event for $89,975. His sustained success across the EPT, WPT, and WSOP contributes to an estimated poker net worth of over $10 million.
Biography & Poker Background
Born in Paris, Pollak’s path to the poker elite was unconventional; he spent a decade as a professional magician before applying his card skills to the felt in 2006. He often credits his background in magic for his comfort with bluffs and reading opponents. After a “catastrophic” 2016, Pollak reinvented his game through rigorous coaching and mental preparation, leading to his historic 2017 run. Known by his online moniker “MagicDeal,” he transitioned from a feared online grinder to a sponsored pro, joining Team partypoker in 2020. Despite being a staple at World Series of Poker (WSOP) and Triton events, Pollak maintains a reputation for humility and professional discipline, often residing in London while traveling the global circuit.
Play Style & Strategy
Pollak is celebrated for his “methodical, balanced, and highly disciplined” approach to No-Limit Hold’em. Unlike many of his more volatile peers, his strategy is built on a foundation of modern game theory combined with a high-level psychological edge developed during his years in magic. He is particularly effective in high-pressure final table situations, where he is known for making precise “hero folds” and well-timed aggression. His ability to navigate deep-stack play in the WSOP Main Event and short-handed dynamics in Triton Poker Series High Rollers demonstrates his versatility. Pollak’s strategy is less about brute force and more about finding the most efficient path to value, making him one of the most difficult “end bosses” to eliminate from any tournament.
Social Media & Online Presence
Follow the French “MagicDeal” as he continues to climb the all-time leaderboards and hunt for his first WSOP bracelet:
