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Pedro Neves is a professional poker player from Portugal who has quickly become one of the most successful names in the game today. Born in Funchal and now living in Luxembourg, Neves belongs to a talented group of Portuguese pros who have taken the international circuit by storm. Known for his calm presence and sharp focus, he made waves globally after a massive run at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure. With a World Series of Poker bracelet already on his resume, he is currently ranked among the top players in Portugal’s history.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Pedro Neves has won over $3.9 million in live tournament earnings. His career changed forever in early 2023 when he finished as the runner up in the $10,300 PCA Main Event in the Bahamas. He took home a life changing $1,183,037 after an all Portuguese heads up battle against his friend Michel Dattani.
Neves proved he was a true champion in 2024 when he won his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) gold bracelet. He outlasted a huge field of over 8,700 players to win the $1,500 Monster Stack event, earning another massive prize of $1,098,220. His resume also includes a 3rd place finish in the 2024 KSOP South America Main Event for over $183,000 and a 6th place finish in the EPT Monte Carlo High Roller for $275,945. He has continued his winning ways into 2025, recently placing 4th in the WSOP $10,000 Limit Hold’em Championship for $92,774.
Biography & Poker Background
Pedro Neves was born in 1997 in Funchal, Portugal. He first started playing poker when he was just 18 years old, initially focusing on the online streets where he built a solid foundation. In 2019, he made his first trip to Las Vegas to test his skills in live games, but like many players, his progress was slowed down by the global pandemic. When live poker returned in full force in 2022, Neves was ready. He quickly proved that his online experience translated perfectly to the live felt. Mentored by legendary Portuguese pro Joao Vieira, Neves has developed a professional mindset that allows him to treat poker like a business while enjoying the travel and competition that comes with being a world class player.
Play Style & Strategy
Neves is known for a thoughtful and observant style of play. He has stated that he enjoys the complexity of live tournaments because they require you to watch the entire table and pick up on small details that you can’t see online. He is a very disciplined player who emphasizes the importance of a strong mental game. Instead of worrying about money or specific milestones, he focuses entirely on making the best decision in every hand. This approach helped him stay calm during his million dollar run at the WSOP Monster Stack, where he held a massive chip lead and never let the pressure get to him. He is equally comfortable in standard Hold’em and more technical games like Pot Limit Omaha, making him a threat in any event he enters.
Social Media & Online Presence
Want to follow Pedro Neves as he continues his run at the top of the poker world in 2026? You can track his latest stats and tournament cashes through these profiles:
