Updated: 2026.03.15

Jon Kyte is a professional poker player from Norway who has quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the most respected names in European poker. Based in Vienna, Austria, he is currently a top contender on the Norway All Time Money List and is known for his incredible consistency in high-stakes tournaments. Before he was traveling the world for the European Poker Tour, Kyte was a dedicated student of the game who moved away from his home country to pursue poker full-time due to local tax laws. As a standout performer on the EPT circuit, he has become a symbol of the modern “grinder” who combines deep technical knowledge with a calm, focused presence at the table.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With total live earnings reaching over $3.7 million (The Hendon Mob), Jon Kyte ranks 7th on the Norway All Time Money List. His breakout performance on the global stage came at the 2023 EPT Prague Main Event, where he achieved a runner-up finish for €643,000 ($692,246), which stands as his career-best live cash.

Other significant career highlights include:

EPT Monte Carlo Open (2025): Won the €1,100 event for €340,000 after entering with only seconds to spare.
EPT Barcelona High Roller (2024): Finished 4th in the €10,300 event for €280,000.
partypoker Nordic Poker Championships (2017): 1st place in the €2,200 NLH event for €240,000.
WSOP 2024 Mixed Event: Runner-up in the $2,500 Omaha 8/Stud 8 for $148,462.
WSOPC Tallinn (2023): Secured his first WSOP Circuit ring in the €1,100 PLO event for €34,780.

Jon Kyte poker — Jon Kyte (credit: PokerNews photographer Jules Pochy)

Biography & Poker Background

Born and raised in Norway, Jon Kyte first discovered poker playing with friends for fun. As he got more serious about the game, he realized that the high taxes on poker winnings in Norway made it difficult to play professionally, so he eventually made the strategic decision to relocate to Vienna, Austria. Kyte began his professional career in earnest around 2017 and has since become a regular face at the biggest stops in Europe, Cyprus, and Las Vegas. Known for his “poker beast” reputation, he is a dedicated student of the game who treats every hand with extreme focus. Outside of playing, he is an active voice in the Norwegian poker community and has spent years traveling the global circuit, building a resume that rivals some of the best players in the history of Scandinavia.

Play Style & Strategy

Kyte is best known for his analytical and calculated style of play. Because he comes from a background of deep study, he is very comfortable with the technical side of poker and rarely lets his emotions affect his decisions. In his historic EPT Prague run, observers noted his relentless aggression and his ability to use a large stack to put immense pressure on his opponents. While he is very aggressive, he is also a master of reading the table and knowing exactly when to shift gears. He is a very calm and polite person at the table, preferring to stay focused on the task at hand rather than getting caught up in table talk. This “stone-cold” discipline, combined with his high-level strategy, makes him one of the most dangerous players to sit across from in any tournament.

Want to keep up with Jon Kyte as he hunts for his first WSOP bracelet and more EPT trophies in 2026? You can follow his career and see his latest results through these links: