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: 2025.12.30

Sanjeev Kapoor is an American professional poker player based in Irving, Texas, widely recognized for his high-volume play and consistent results across major United States tournament circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, his total live earnings stand at $338,785. A consistent performer on the world stage, he reached a significant career milestone in 2025 by surpassing $330,000 in total winnings. His breakout performance came in 2023 at the 54th World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, where he finished 9th in The Closer (Event #88) for a career-best score of $59,790.

He followed this success with a highly productive 2025 season, which significantly boosted his poker bankroll:

WSOP 2025 (Las Vegas): 15th place in the $10,000 Mystery Bounty (Event #11) for $34,186.
WSOP 2025 (Las Vegas): 16th place in the $300 Gladiators of Poker (Event #67) for $24,130.
WSOP 2025 (Las Vegas): 34th place in the $5,000 8-Handed No-Limit Hold’em (Event #3) for $15,871.
Texas Card House Trailblazer (Dallas): 3rd place in the $2,500 High Roller (Event #15) for $13,880.
PokerAtlas Tour (Irving): 1st place in the $2,500 High Roller (Event #10) in 2024 for $53,750.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from the United States and a resident of Irving, Texas, Kapoor has been a familiar face at major international festivals, ranging from his home state to Las Vegas and even the Philippines. While he built his initial experience in Texas-based events like the Texas Card House Trailblazer and PokerAtlas Tour, he has recently established himself as a formidable regular in elite fields such as the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and Venetian DeepStack series. His 2025 campaign was particularly notable, earning over $188,000 in a single year to climb the ranks of the Texas All Time Money List.

Play Style & Strategy

Known for a calculated and resilient play style, Kapoor excels in large-field No-Limit Hold’em tournaments. His ability to navigate massive fields, evidenced by outlasting thousands of players in the Gladiators of Poker and the Closer, demonstrates strong ICM awareness and patience. He is particularly dangerous at final tables and in specialized formats like Mystery Bounty and High Roller events, where he effectively switches gears between patient accumulation and aggressive domination.

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