Ben Simon Yoram

Ben Simon Yoram is a professional poker player from Israel. Details about his early life and introduction to poker remain scarce, but he has been active in the live tournament scene, competing in events across Europe. His Hendon Mob profile lists total live earnings of $14,905, with a best cash of $2,658 prior to his major score in 2026.

Yoram's most notable result came in May 2026 at the European Poker Festival (EPF) at King's Resort in Rozvadov. The €299 buy-in Main Event attracted 3,141 entries, generating a €1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. Yoram, listed as Yoram Ben Simon in the official results, fought his way to a fourth-place finish, earning €36,500. He navigated a critical moment when he was down to just five big blinds, staging a comeback to reach the final table. The final three players—Kaizen (Germany), Valentin Dumitra (Romania), and Stephan H Dill (Netherlands)—made a deal, leaving €20,700 and the trophy to play for, with Kaizen eventually winning.

Earlier, in June 2023, Yoram played in the Battle of Malta Summer Edition. At Level 11 (600/1,200), he jammed for 3,800 from the small blind with J♠2♠. Nir Kastoriano called with Q♦7♣. The flop came 2♥6♦7♠, giving Yoram bottom pair and Kastoriano top pair. The J♥ turned to give Yoram two pair, but the 7♦ on the river gave Kastoriano trips, sending Yoram to the rail. The table shared a laugh over the hand, showcasing Yoram's willingness to gamble in short-stack situations.

From available hand histories, Yoram appears to employ an aggressive style, especially when short-stacked. His shove with J2s from the small blind in the Battle of Malta illustrates a willingness to apply pressure with marginal holdings. However, he also demonstrated resilience at the EPF final table, recovering from a critical short stack to secure a deep run. His game likely involves a mix of patience and opportunism, adapting to tournament dynamics.

While primarily a live tournament player, Yoram has a presence on other platforms. A profile on Rummy-World (under the name Yaron Ben Simon) suggests he may enjoy card games beyond poker, though the connection to the poker player is unconfirmed. He maintains a low public profile, with no known social media accounts dedicated to poker.

Yoram's fourth-place finish in the EPF Main Event represents the biggest cash of his career and solidifies his status as a notable Israeli player on the European circuit. His total live earnings, when factoring in the EPF score, exceed $50,000. He continues to participate in events, and his results demonstrate that he can compete against large fields and navigate final table pressure.