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Victoria Coren Mitchell is a British professional poker player, writer, and television presenter, best known as the first player in history to win two European Poker Tour (EPT) Main Event titles.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $2.5 million in total live earnings (according to The Hendon Mob), Victoria Coren Mitchell holds a unique place in poker history. Her career-best score came in September 2006 at the EPT London Main Event, where she won £500,000 (~$941,513), becoming the first woman to capture an EPT title.
She cemented her legendary status in April 2014 by winning the EPT Sanremo Main Event for €476,100 (~$660,947), becoming the first-ever two-time EPT champion. Although she plays a limited schedule due to her media career, she remains one of the most recognizable and respected figures on the UK and international circuit.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from London, England, Coren Mitchell grew up in a literary family and discovered poker as a teenager. Unlike the modern generation of “online wizards,” she honed her skills in the traditional card rooms of London, particularly the Victoria Casino (The Vic).
Beyond the felt, she is a renowned broadcaster, hosting the BBC quiz show Only Connect, and a columnist for major British newspapers. She details her life in the game in her memoir, For Richer, For Poorer, and maintains an archive of her poker writings and news on her personal website. She was a long-time member of Team PokerStars Pro but famously resigned in 2014 on ethical grounds following the introduction of casino games to the platform.
Play Style & Strategy
Victoria Coren Mitchell describes her own style as careful and observant, often contrasting herself with the mathematical aggression of younger pros. She utilizes a tight-aggressive approach that leverages her table image – often perceived as conservative – to execute well-timed bluffs. Her strength lies in her ability to read opponents and navigate the psychological dynamics of live poker, often referring to herself as a “sneaky sponge” who absorbs chips from reckless players rather than trying to “pummel and destroy”.
You should check this out! Incredible game style. (source: Poker Perfected)
