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Govert Metaal is a legendary figure in Dutch poker who has been a top competitor on the international circuit for many years. Originally from The Hague but now living in Monte Carlo, he is affectionately known by fans as the “End Boss” of the Netherlands. While he is a successful businessman, Metaal is just as famous for his skills at the high-stakes tables. Known for his sharp fashion sense and his calm, friendly attitude, he has become one of the most respected ambassadors for Dutch poker and a hero to players across Europe.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Govert Metaal has total live earnings of over $3.5 million. He consistently ranks as one of the top players on the Netherlands All Time Money List. His career reached a major high point in 2011 at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA), where he finished 5th in the $25,000 High Roller for $240,470. He proved this was no fluke by returning to the same event in 2012 and taking 6th place for another $181,300.
Metaal is also a standout performer on the EPT . In 2012, he became the first Dutch player to win an EPT High Roller title, taking first place in the €10,000 event in Campione for $145,912. His success has continued into 2025 and 2026, recently securing a 2nd place finish in the 2026 Utrecht Poker Series Monsterstack for $20,317. He also performs well at the WSOP , where he has recorded over 20 cashes, including a deep run in the 2025 $3,000 No Limit Hold’em bracelet event for $26,069.
Biography & Poker Background
Born in 1959, Govert Metaal didn’t follow the typical path of a young online poker pro. Instead, he built a successful career in business before dedicating himself to the game he loves. He began traveling the world for poker in the late 2000s and quickly found his place in the “High Roller” community. Even though he lives in the luxury of Monaco, he remains deeply connected to the Dutch poker scene and is a regular at festivals in Amsterdam and Utrecht. He is often seen traveling to tournaments with his wife, and he is famous for being the “best dressed man in poker,” often wearing stylish hats and scarves that set him apart from the crowd.
Play Style & Strategy
Metaal is known for a disciplined and professional style of play. Because of his business background, he has a great understanding of risk and knows how to stay patient during long tournament days. He is especially good in High Roller environments, where the buy-ins are large and the competition is elite. Unlike many aggressive younger players, Govert relies on experience and reading his opponents to make big decisions. He is famous for his “poker face” and rarely shows any emotion, but he is always happy to chat and share a laugh with other players between hands. This balanced approach has allowed him to stay a winning player for nearly two decades.
Social Media & Online Presence
Want to keep up with Govert Metaal as he hunts for more titles in Europe and the US in 2026? You can follow his career and see his latest results through these links:
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