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Marc Rivera is a Filipino professional poker player and one of the most successful figures in the history of Philippine poker. He is widely recognized for his historic run at the inaugural PokerStars Players Championship (PSPC) in 2019, which cemented his status as a legendary figure in the international high roller circuit.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Marc Rivera has total earnings of $4,059,700. He currently holds the 2nd position on the Philippines All Time Money List. His career-defining victory occurred in January 2019 at the PSPC in the Bahamas, where he turned a Platinum Pass entry into a 3rd-place finish for a massive $2,168,000.
Throughout 2025, Rivera has continued to post elite results across the globe. In June 2025, he secured a victory at the ARIA High Roller Series in Las Vegas, taking down the $10,100 Pot Limit Omaha event for $133,200. He also found significant success back home, finishing 2nd in the Asia Pacific Poker Tour – APPT Manila PHP 250,000 High Roller for PHP 2,800,000 (∼$49,037) and winning a Single Day High Roller at the Philippine Poker Millions for PHP 1,290,000 (~$22,784). Additionally, he reached the final table of the WSOP Paradise 2024 GGMillion$ Championship, finishing 9th for $100,880.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from the Philippines and residing in New Manila, Rivera’s journey to poker stardom is a classic “Cinderella story”. He was a Platinum Pass winner, earning his way into the multi-million dollar PSPC through his dedication to the local Philippine poker scene. Following his seven-figure breakout, he has transitioned into a global professional, regularly competing at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, the APT, and the APPT circuits across Asia.
Play Style & Strategy
Rivera is known for a calm and calculated tournament strategy, demonstrating immense patience even under the immense pressure of televised final tables. While his early success was in No Limit Hold’em, his recent high roller victory in Pot Limit Omaha showcases a highly versatile skill set. He is particularly effective at navigating deep-stack high roller fields, where his ability to read opponents and apply pressure at the right moments allows him to consistently compete with the world’s best. His experience across both low-stakes local grinders and elite international festivals has made him one of the most adaptable players in the game today.
