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Vladimir Korzinin is an Estonian amateur poker player who burst onto the international scene in late 2024 with one of the most unlikely runs the game has seen in years. Nicknamed “Gambledore” by fans for his wizard-like look and fearless style at the table, Korzinin went from a complete unknown to taking on some of poker’s biggest names, quickly rising to the #1 spot on Estonia’s all-time money list.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings of over $8 million (according to The Hendon Mob), Korzinin’s career is almost entirely defined by a historic week at the 2024 Triton Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo.
His moment came in the $200,000 NLH Triton Invitational, where he outlasted legends like Phil Ivey and Stephen Chidwick to finish as the runner-up for $3,470,000. Proving this was no coincidence, he returned just days later to win Event #12: $150,000 NLH 8-Handed, securing his first Triton title and his career-best $4,350,000 payday after defeating a final table that included Fedor Holz and Bryn Kenney.
Biography & Poker Background
Before November 2024, Vladimir Korzinin was virtually unknown to the poker world, with only a few minor cashes in Cyprus and Barcelona earlier that year. A 69-year-old native of Estonia, Korzinin is widely reported to be a successful inventor and businessman with a background in mathematics and finance, specifically holding patents related to stock trading technologies.
His entry into the super high-stakes scene was as unconventional as his play; he entered the Triton circuit as a “recreational” player, famously claiming in interviews that he “doesn’t know how to play poker.” Despite his modest self-assessment, his background in high-level mathematics and market analysis likely provided the foundation for his sudden and dominant success at the tables.
Play Style & Strategy
Korzinin is the ultimate “GTO-killer,” known for a chaotic, hyper-aggressive style that completely ignores traditional charts and solvers. His strategy relies on unpredictability and intuition, often taking lines that leave world-class professionals visibly baffled. He is famous for massive over-bets and a willingness to put his entire stack at risk with unconventional holdings, a style he jokingly refers to as having “100% equity” once he decides to move all in.
Beyond his strategy, his joyful demeanor has made him a fan favorite. Whether winning a multi-million dollar pot or facing a high-stakes bust-out, he maintains a beaming smile and a genuine sense of wonder, often appearing more interested in the fun of the game than the money at stake.
Social Media & Online Presence
While Korzinin is notoriously private and avoids the typical social media spotlight, his meteoric rise can be tracked through these official poker databases:
