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: 2026.02.18

Thomas Haverstad is a Norwegian professional poker player known for his high volume of play and consistent results in European and Asian championship series, widely recognized as a regular in the WPT and EPT scenes.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Thomas Haverstad has accumulated $173,849 in total live earnings. His career reached a significant milestone during the WPT Cambodia 2026 festival at NagaWorld, where he secured several deep runs, including a 31st-place finish in the WPT Cambodia Championship for $9,800 and a 28th-place result in the WPT Prime Cambodia for $6,900.

Haverstad career-best score of €27,214 (∼$29,099) was achieved in Slovakia at the 2023 Poker North Masters & Norwegian Championship, where he finished as the runner-up in the Pot Limit Omaha Double Chance. He is also a titleholder on the Mediterranean circuit, having won the Summer Poker Festival Malta €550 Deep Stack for €24,450 (∼$26,186).

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Norway, Haverstad has established himself as a “nomad” professional, traveling extensively to compete in major festivals across the globe. While he maintains a strong presence in domestic events restricted to Norwegians, he has successfully transitioned to the international stage, with recorded cashes in the United States, Cyprus, Spain, and Southeast Asia. He currently sits among the top 200 on the Norway All Time Money List, reflecting his longevity and dedication to the professional circuit.

Play Style & Strategy

Haverstad is recognized for an exceptionally balanced and adaptive play style, excelling in both No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha. His background in mixed variants gives him a unique technical edge, particularly in deep-stacked championship events where he demonstrates sharp ICM awareness. Whether navigating massive player pools in the WPT Prime or competing in specialized high-stakes PLO formats, his ability to switch gears between patient accumulation and clinical aggression makes him a formidable opponent at any final table.

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