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: 2025.12.22

Peter Magnus Karlsson is a Swedish professional poker player and industry veteran who has established himself as a prominent figure in the Asian poker circuit, known for his consistent deep runs in the Philippines and Vietnam.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Peter Magnus Karlsson has total earnings of $6,727. He has become a regular fixture in high-volume regional tours, particularly the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) and Manila Megastack series. His career-best live cash of $2,330 came in October 2025 at the APPT Manila Championship, where he finished 11th in the PHP 25,000 Mystery Bounty event.

Karlsson has maintained a high level of activity throughout 2025, recording multiple final table appearances and deep runs in Manila. In July 2025, he secured a 6th-place finish in the APPT Manila PHP 15,000 Shotclock event for PHP 67,500 (~$1,191). He followed this with an 8th-place finish in the APPT Manila Championship Warm Up Super Stack for PHP 32,500 (~$570). Most recently, in December 2025, he reached the final table of the Manila Megastack 23 PHP 20,000 Super Knockout, finishing 5th for PHP 47,500 (~$811).

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Sweden, Karlsson is a seasoned veteran whose poker journey began over two decades ago in the Swedish “underground” card room scene. While he has deep roots in European poker, he has recently transitioned to living a “nomad life” on the global circuit, with a primary focus on the booming Asian market. Beyond his time at the tables, Karlsson has extensive industry experience, having previously served as a general manager in the poker gaming sector. He currently resides in Costa Rica but spends a significant portion of the year traveling to major Asian stops such as Vietnam and the Philippines.

Play Style & Strategy

Karlsson is known for a classic “Scandinavian-style” of play, highly aggressive and relentless under pressure. He favors No Limit Hold’em tournament structures, where he can leverage his experience to apply maximum pressure on his opponents. His strategic approach is characterized by a philosophy of being “not afraid to push, push, push,” a style he honed in the competitive and often volatile Swedish semi-circuit. This aggressive foundation, combined with his tactical adaptability in bounty and knockout formats, makes him a dangerous and unpredictable opponent in any field.

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