Christoph Vogelsang - German Poker Pro & $45M+ High Roller Champion | Somuchpoker (2025)

Profile Bio

Christoph Vogelsang is one of Germany’s most respected and successful high-roller tournament players – a quiet, analytical presence at the table with a talent for navigating elite fields. Born in Sassenberg and later based in London, Vogelsang began his career in high-stakes online cash games under the nickname “Tight-Man1” before transitioning into live tournaments, where he quickly gained global recognition. According to The Hendon Mob database, he has amassed more than US $45.9 million in live tournament earnings, placing him among the most profitable German players of all time.

Career Highlights

Vogelsang’s landmark achievement came in 2017 when he won the $300,000 Super High Roller Bowl III, defeating a world-class field to claim the US $6,000,000 top prize – still his biggest single live cash. He continued to dominate the high-roller scene with major finishes across Europe and Asia, including winning the 2023 Triton Poker Series Monte-Carlo $100K Main Event, further solidifying his status as a consistent force in the super-high-stakes ecosystem.

Recent Results & Global Presence

Across the Triton, EPT, and Super High Roller circuits, Vogelsang remains a regular finalist known for deep runs in both No-Limit Hold’em and mixed formats. His global schedule has included events in Macau, Monte-Carlo, Jeju, and Las Vegas, demonstrating his ability to adapt to diverse player pools and structures.

LAST SEEN at: TRITON Super High Roller Series Jeju II 2025

Playing Style & Outlook

Vogelsang is recognized for his methodical, highly disciplined approach: long tanking periods, carefully calibrated decisions, and a unique blend of patience and precision that often frustrates opponents but yields long-term success. Looking ahead, he remains one of the most dangerous players in the expanding Asian and international high-roller landscape, with future titles well within reach.