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Louise Francoeur is a Canadian professional poker player originally from Montreal, Quebec, who has won two WSOP Circuit rings and over $1.2 million in live tournament earnings. Known for her strong presence across major Las Vegas series and international events, she is one of the most successful female players from Canada.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings of $1,253,482 across 258 recorded cashes (according to The Hendon Mob), Louise has established herself as a consistent force on the tournament circuit. Her top career results include:
July 2016: 142nd place in the 47th WSOP $10,000 Main Event Championship for $49,108, her career-best cash.
February 2026: 1st place in the WSOP Circuit Pompano Park $1,100 No-Limit Hold'em Event for $39,719, capturing her second WSOP Circuit ring.
June 2015: 3rd place in the Venetian Deep Stack Extravaganza II $600 No-Limit Hold'em Event for $32,743.
June 2025: 4th place in the Venetian DeepStack Championship $800 UltimateStack Event for $20,833.
December 2025: 49th place in the WPT Prime Championship $1,100 Event for $16,100.
June 2026: 15th place in the 57th WSOP $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty Event for $10,988.
May 2026: 1st place in the Orleans Summer Open $400 Mega Stack Event for $10,474.
Biography & Poker Background
Louise was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and later relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada. She began competing in live poker tournaments during the late 2000s, steadily building her profile across popular Nevada venues like The Venetian, Wynn, and The Orleans. Her dedication to live tournament play saw her cross the $1 million career earnings milestone as she racked up hundreds of deep runs.
Her breakthrough performance on the global stage came at the 2016 World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas, where she outlasted thousands of competitors to finish 142nd for a career-high score of $49,108. Over the years, Louise expanded her trophy cabinet with two WSOP Circuit ring victories, including a win in Florida in early 2026 for nearly $40,000. She remains an active participant in major tournament series throughout North America.
Play Style & Strategy
Louise plays a highly disciplined and adaptable tournament style. While primarily focused on No-Limit Hold'em tournaments, she also possesses deep experience in mixed game formats, including 2-7 Triple Draw and T.O.R.S.E. Her patience, steady stack management, and deep understanding of tournament structures allow her to navigate large fields and achieve high deep-run frequency.
Social Media & Online Presence
About the Editor
Khanh Ho is a Live Content Writer at Somuchpoker, covering major poker festivals across Southeast Asia, including APT and PokerStars LIVE events. Alongside live tournament reporting, he conducts interviews and writes player features, bringing the human stories behind the game to life.