Alberto Petite Álvarez
Spain
Alberto Petite Álvarez is a Spanish amateur poker player who balances his professional career as a finance director with deep tournament runs. He gained attention at the 2025 Winamax CNP Barcelona €550 Main Event, where he eliminated Marc Oller with a well-timed bluff. Petite is known for his calm demeanor and solid decision-making at the table.
Professional Background
Outside of poker, Alberto Petite Álvarez is the Director of Finance and Administration at INNOVACIONES ILANOVA SL, a textile manufacturing company he co-founded in 2012. He previously held commercial director roles at EMPLEA RECURSOS HUMANOS, managing multiple branches across Spain. Petite also has a background as a federated football referee from 2007 to 2016.
Poker Career Highlights
Petite's poker career is marked by strong performances in live tournaments. A notable hand occurred at the 2025 Winamax CNP Barcelona €550 Main Event. With blinds at 150,000/300,000 and a 300,000 ante, Petite called a three-way all-in from the big blind holding A♣Q♣. He hit a flush on the river and bet 50,000 chips, forcing José Naranjo to fold pocket jacks. Petite won the pot against Marc Oller's 9♠9♦, growing his stack to 303,000 chips.
Playing Style
Based on his tournament play, Petite exhibits a disciplined and calculated approach. He is willing to enter marginal spots when pot odds are favorable and reads opponents well, as demonstrated by his willingness to call an all-in with A♣Q♣ and then value-bet the river. He remains composed under pressure and often outplays adversaries in key pots.
Personal Life
Petite resides in Granadilla de Abona, Canary Islands, Spain. He is an avid sportsman, having played tennis, football, rugby, and basketball. His poker nickname "El Lobo" reflects his perceived calm and cunning table presence.
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