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Georgios Vrakas is a Greek professional poker player who has become one of the most consistent and successful competitors on the European circuit. Often described as a “businessman by trade and poker player by hobby,” Vrakas has regularly outperformed many full-time professionals. He has climbed to the #4 spot on Greece’s all-time money list, showing impressive consistency over the years.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings of over $2.25 million (according to The Hendon Mob), Vrakas is a formidable force in mid-to-high-stakes European events. His most recent and significant achievement came in January 2026 at the WSOP International Circuit Rozvadov, where he won in the €1,500 Main Event to secure his first WSOP Circuit Ring and a top prize of €164,000 (~$190,815).
His resume is highlighted by massive victories in the PokerStars arena as well. In 2017, he enjoyed a career-defining year, winning the PokerStars Championship Prague National Championship for €338,000 (~$398,472) and the PokerStars Championship Barcelona National for €330,000 (~$388,052).
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Greece and currently residing in Leonberg, Germany, Vrakas has one of the more unique profiles in high-level poker. While he maintains his primary career as a businessman, his results are anything but amateur. He first made waves on the live circuit in 2014, but his breakout came at King’s Resort in Rozvadov, a venue that has become a second home for him. Over the years, he has successfully balanced his professional life with a relentless tournament schedule, eventually adding a massive online accolade to his name by winning a PokerStars SCOOP Main Event (Medium) for $500,000. His journey is a testament to the fact that technical excellence and a competitive spirit can lead to "pro-level" success, even for those who treat the game as a secondary pursuit.
Play Style & Strategy
Vrakas is known for his relaxed, stoic demeanor at the table, a trait he attributes to his perspective on the game. He famously believes that once the chips are in and the cards are turned over, the outcome is out of his hands, allowing him to stay unflappable during high-equity moments. Strategically, he is a "calculated aggressor" who excels in large-field No Limit Hold'em tournaments. His experience as a businessman translates into a disciplined approach to risk and a keen ability to read the table dynamics. While he remains humble about his status as a "hobbyist," his deep runs in EPT and WSOPC events suggest a tactical understanding of the game that rivals many of the world's top full-time grinders.
Social Media & Online Presence
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About the Editor
Zoe Chang is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Tournament Analyst, covering live poker festivals across Asia Pacific and writing the site's SPI Score player ranking series, tracking results and rankings across markets including Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, the US, India and Australia.