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Scott Stewart
Scott Stewart is an elite American professional poker player who cemented his status as a global superstar with one of the most significant tournament victories in recent history. A resident of Long Beach, California, Stewart is the 2024 WPT World Champion and an eight-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit ring winner. Known for his technical resilience and a “grinder-to-greatness” story, he has successfully transitioned from a dominant regional force to a premier high-stakes champion. In 2026, he remains a consistent threat on the international circuit, continuing to add major titles and high-roller scores to his storied career.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings now exceeding $5,711,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), Scott Stewart ranks among the top 200 players on the United States All-Time Money List. His career reached a historic peak in December 2024, when he won the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas for a staggering $2,563,900. Stewart has shown incredible momentum into 2026, recording a 4th-place finish in the 2026 WSOP Circuit California $3,250 High Roller for $21,392 and a 27th-place finish in the 2026 L.A. Poker Classic (LAPC) Commerce Classic. His immense success in both major championships and high-volume circuits contributes to an estimated poker net worth of over $7 million.
Major Tournament Results:
| Year | Event | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas (1st) | $2,563,900 |
| 2017 | WSOP $10,000 Main Event World Championship (13th) | $535,000 |
| 2019 | PokerStars Players Championship (PSPC) (17th) | $202,400 |
| 2021 | Bestbet Jacksonville Winter Open Main Event (1st) | $177,817 |
Biography & Poker Background
Born in Lakewood, California , Scott Stewart is a product of the disciplined “West Coast grind.” Before his million-dollar WPT breakthrough, Stewart was already one of the most respected players on the WSOP Circuit, eventually amassing eight gold rings. He first gained national attention during the 2017 WSOP Main Event, where he made a deep run to 13th place, showcasing his ability to compete under the bright lights of televised poker. In early 2025, Stewart made headlines by winning two WSOPC rings in a single week at Thunder Valley, further proving his technical dominance over large-field tournaments. Today, he resides in Long Beach and is a prominent figure in the PokerGO Tour (PGT), recognized for his work ethic and humble, professional approach to the game.
Play Style & Strategy
Stewart is renowned for a “highly clinical, resilient, and technical” play style. Having spent years navigating the high-variance fields of the WSOP Circuit, he possesses an elite understanding of large-field tournament dynamics and ICM (Independent Chip Model) pressure. Strategically, he is a proponent of “technical stamina,” a trait that allowed him to maintain a chip lead throughout the final stages of the 2024 WPT World Championship. While he integrates modern GTO foundations, Stewart is particularly effective at identifying exploitative timing tells in his opponents, a skill honed from thousands of hours of live play. In 2026, his approach continues to emphasize emotional equilibrium and disciplined game selection, making him a perennial threat in both mid-stakes championships and high-roller events.
Social Media & Online Presence
Want to follow the “Ring King” as he continues his dominant run through the 2026 circuit? You can find his official profiles and updated stats here:
Video Highlights:
Watch Scott Stewart’s historic $2.5M winning moment at the WPT World Championship.
Derick Elomina is SoMuchPoker's Lead Content Writer and Interview Specialist, reporting live from WSOP bracelet events and Asia Pacific poker festivals such as TMT, APT, RDPT and APL Jeju, alongside player features and interviews for the site's Stories section. He discovered poker at 14 playing home games with friends, and by 21 he had entered the industry as a field reporter, starting as a hand reporter before building his current role on the tournament floor.
