Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2025.12.18

Kasper Hansen is a professional poker player from Denmark who has established himself as a versatile competitor across both European and Asian circuits, frequently appearing in prestigious festivals like the European Poker Tour (EPT) and Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT).

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Kasper Hansen has total live earnings of $29,013. He has demonstrated a strong ability to navigate large, international fields, with results spanning across the United States, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

His career-best live cash of $4,868 was recorded at the EPT Barcelona in August 2023, where he finished in the money in the €2,200 Estrellas High Roller. Hansen has also found significant success in the Philippines; in October 2024, he secured a 7th-place finish in the APPT Manila Championship Hyper Turbo for PHP 48,000 (∼$834). He followed this with a deep run at the Manila Megastack 19 in September 2024, placing 3rd in the Super Knockout event for PHP 42,500 (∼$765). His international resume further includes a 185th-place finish at the 2012 World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas for $3,119 and a final table appearance at the Deep Stack Extravaganza III for $4,481.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Aarhus, Denmark, Hansen has become a seasoned traveler on the global poker tour. He is currently ranked 528th on the Denmark All Time Money List. While his earliest recorded cashes date back to 2008 in Las Vegas, he has remained highly active in the modern era, particularly focusing on the booming Asian market and major European stops like Prague and Barcelona. His career longevity highlights his status as a consistent mid-stakes professional who successfully adapted from the “poker boom” era to today’s highly competitive environment.

Play Style & Strategy

Hansen is recognized for an adaptable tournament strategy, excelling in high-variance formats such as Hyper Turbos, Mystery Bounties, and Super Knockouts. His ability to reach final tables in both traditional deep-stack structures and fast-paced “Turbo” events suggests a strong technical grasp of stack dynamics and ICM pressure. He is particularly effective in bounty-style tournaments, where his aggressive approach allows him to maximize value from eliminations while maintaining the discipline required to navigate toward a deep run.

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