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Tobias Leknes is a Norwegian professional poker player widely regarded as a specialist in Mixed Games. Known online by the screen name “Seknel92“, he is a prominent figure on both the live and online circuits, frequently competing in technical, multi-game formats.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live earnings reaching approximately $989,269 (according to The Hendon Mob), Leknes has consistently built his bankroll through technical discipline. His career-best live score occurred in August 2025 at the EPT Barcelona Main Event, where he finished 13th for $99,763.
A dominant force in live tournament festivals, Leknes is particularly successful at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague, where he has won at least one trophy annually since 2022. In December 2025, he secured two titles in three days at EPT Prague, winning the €5,200 8-Game Mix for €48,500 and the €2,200 10-Game Mix for €36,280. Online, he is one of the most decorated players in history, holding 13 World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) titles and multiple SCOOP victories.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Norway and currently residing in Oslo, Leknes has deep roots in the poker community beyond his play. He serves as the President of the Norwegian Poker Association and is a three-time Norwegian Champion. He built his reputation as an online “crusher” before successfully transitioning his skills to the live arena, where he has become a fixture at major festivals like the WSOP in Las Vegas and the EPT across Europe. He also co-founded the European Mixed Poker Championship (EMPC).
Play Style & Strategy
Leknes is known for his extreme versatility and deep technical knowledge of Mixed Games, including variants like H.O.R.S.E., Badugi, 2-7 Triple Draw, and Big Bet Mix. His approach is often described as aggressive and calculated; he recently noted that when he plays “aggro” and makes hands, he effectively pressures opponents into paying him off. He is also a poker educator, offering a course through BBZ. Opponents have characterized him as a “tough” and “great” player capable of making advanced hero calls.
