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Fraser MacIntyre is a Glasgow-based semi-professional poker player and hospitality entrepreneur who has eclipsed the $1 million mark in live tournament earnings. A veteran of the game for over two decades, MacIntyre transitioned from a recreational hobbyist to a serious contender on the European circuit, famously finishing as the runner-up in the 2012 EPT Madrid Main Event for over $380,000. Balancing his time between running a nightclub and pub in Ayr and competing at the felt, he remains one of Scotland’s most successful and recognizable poker figures.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
Total live earnings stand at over $1,014,000 across 84 cashes, per The Hendon Mob.
Career Highlights at a Glance
💰 Live Earnings: $1,014,000+ | 🏆 EPT Madrid Runner-Up: €290,000 | 🎯 84 Cashes | 🏴 Scottish Circuit Veteran
Notable Results
Date | Event | Result | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
Mar 2012 | EPT Madrid Main Event | 2nd | €290,000 |
Oct 2011 | WSOPE Cannes €1,620 NLH | 1st | €16,900 |
Jan 2024 | GUKPT London High Roller | 3rd | £28,000 |
Biography & Poker Background
Fraser MacIntyre’s poker journey is deeply rooted in the Scottish community. For many years, MacIntyre was known primarily as a businessman in the hospitality industry before his breakout performance in Madrid in 2012. He qualified for that event via a series of satellites on PokerStars, a "Moneymaker-style" run that saw him navigate a field of world-class pros to secure a life-changing six-figure score.
Since that breakthrough, MacIntyre has maintained a consistent presence in UK major events, frequently appearing at GUKPT final tables and supporting the Scottish poker scene. He is often seen traveling with fellow Scottish pros, contributing to a tight-knit community of players from the North.
Play Style & Strategy
MacIntyre is a disciplined No-Limit Hold'em specialist who employs an exploitative strategy honed over decades of live play. He is known for his composure and "old school" reading abilities, often outplaying younger, more aggressive opponents by waiting for high-equity situations. His transition to semi-pro status has seen him integrate modern tournament fundamentals while retaining his signature patient approach.
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About the Editor
Callum Jury is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Social Media Specialist, reporting live from WSOP and Asia Pacific poker festivals including the APT and PokerStars LIVE series. Originally from the Lake District in the UK, he has covered the Southeast Asian poker circuit since 2025, combining day-by-day tournament reporting with the social and digital content that brings the action to fans.