Aram Zobian
United States
Aram Zobian is an American professional poker player from Cranston, Rhode Island. He is the top all-time money earner from Rhode Island with over $6 million in live tournament earnings. Known for his aggressive, pressure-oriented style, he has multiple final tables on the WPT, EPT, and PokerGO Tour.
Early Life and Background
Aram Zobian was born in the United States and resides in Cranston, Rhode Island. He developed a passion for poker at a young age, honing his skills in both live and online games. Zobian's disciplined approach and aggressive style quickly set him apart, leading to consistent success in competitive poker. He is recognized as the top all-time money earner from Rhode Island, a testament to his sustained performance.
Major Tournament Results
Zobian's live tournament earnings exceed $6 million, placing him 324th on the all-time money list. His largest single cash is $1,800,000, believed to come from a high-stakes event. He has recorded multiple deep runs in prestigious tournaments:
- World Poker Tour (WPT) : In December 2025, he finished 3rd in the WPT Championship at Seminole Hard Rock (Event #32), earning $295,000. He also placed 37th in the WPT Prime Championship ($25,500) and 187th in the WPT World Championship ($21,600). In January 2026, he cashed for $6,400 in the LHPO WPT Championship.
- European Poker Tour (EPT) : In August 2025, he placed 241st in the EPT Main Event in Barcelona (€9,800) and 593rd in the PokerStars Open Main Event (€3,360).
- PokerGO Tour : Zobian has several cashes in the PokerGO Cup and U.S. Poker Open, including a 7th-place finish in Poker Masters #5 for $44,800 (September 2025) and a 7th-place in U.S. Poker Open Event #3 for $43,600 (April 2025).
- World Series of Poker (WSOP) : He has six WSOP final tables and over $1 million in WSOP earnings according to WSOP.com records. Notable online cashes include deep runs in WSOP Online events in 2024, such as a 33rd-place finish in $30,000 NLH Mystery ($333) and a 44th in $30,000 NLH PKO ($1,132).
High-Stakes and Online Career
Zobian is equally proficient online, where he has built a reputation as a consistent winner in high-stakes cash games and tournaments. His online WSOP results include multiple cashes in the WSOP Online Circuit and WSOP Online events. He has also achieved success in the PokerStars Championship series. Zobian's ability to adapt to both live and digital formats underscores his versatility.
Playing Style and Reputation
Zobian employs an aggressive, pressure-oriented style, frequently raising and bluffing to exploit opponents' weaknesses. He excels at reading board textures and leveraging position to maximize value. Post-flop, he is known for building large pots with mathematically sound decisions, embracing variance for long-term gain. His calm demeanor at the table has earned him the nickname "The Iceman" among fans and peers. Zobian is also active in the poker training community, sharing hand analyses and insights on social media.
Recent Performance and Legacy
In 2025, Zobian maintained a high level of activity, cashing in major events across the WPT, EPT, and PokerGO Tour. His third-place finish in the WPT Championship highlights his ability to perform under pressure. With over $6 million in career earnings and a strong presence in both live and online poker, Zobian continues to be a formidable competitor. He currently holds the top ranking among Rhode Island players on the all-time money list and shows no signs of slowing down.
Rankings and Milestones
As of early 2026, Aram Zobian's live tournament earnings have surpassed $6 million, placing him 324th on the all-time money list. He is the top-ranked player from Rhode Island, holding the #1 position on the state's all-time list and ranking 164th among all U.S. players. His largest single cash remains $1,800,000 from a high-stakes event. Zobian's consistent performance has earned him over $1 million in WSOP-related earnings, with six WSOP final tables to his name.
Recent Tournament Highlights (2025-2026)
In addition to his third-place finish in the WPT Championship in December 2025, Zobian recorded several other significant cashes in the 2025-2026 season. In January 2026, he placed 143rd in the LHPO WPT Championship for $6,400. Earlier in December 2025, he finished 37th in the WPT Prime Championship ($25,500) and 187th in the WPT World Championship ($21,600). On the PokerGO Tour, he had two seventh-place finishes: in Poker Masters #5 ($44,800) and U.S. Poker Open Event #3 ($43,600). He also cashed in the EPT Barcelona Main Event (241st, €9,800) and the PokerStars Open Main Event (593rd, €3,360).
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