Bert Stevens

Bert Stevens began his poker journey in 2012, starting with low-stakes online games. His interest was sparked by watching high-stakes cash games and tournaments on television. He eventually joined a poker stable, where he received coaching and support to develop his game, and has since become known as one of the most talented online multi-table tournament (MTT) players.

Stevens has amassed an impressive collection of online titles. He won the 2020 EPT Online event in both the $10,300 No-Limit Hold'em Six Max Turbo ($186,238) and the $2,100 No-Limit Hold'em Eight Max ($87,984). He also finished 7th in the 2019/2020 WPT World Online Championships Main Event for $194,112 and final-tabled multiple online poker Super MILLION$ events, including victories worth over $1 million. In 2023, Stevens achieved his career-defining victory by winning the WSOP Online Main Event on online poker. He defeated 6,023 entrants in the $5,000 buy-in event, earning a staggering $2,783,432 and his first WSOP gold bracelet. The win set records for the largest prize pool in online poker history ($28.6 million) and the largest poker prize ever won on a Twitch stream.

While Stevens primarily excels online, he has also logged notable live results. He placed 6th in the €10,200 Mystery Bounty at the 2024 EPT Monte-Carlo ($47,412) and 6th in the €5,000 Eight Max at the 2024 Irish Open ($30,418). His total live earnings exceed $100,000, but he has yet to capture a live title.

Stevens is known for an aggressive, theoretical approach to the game. He relies on deep understanding of range analysis and pot odds, often applying pressure with well-timed bluffs. His style is particularly suited to online tournaments, where he can exploit volume and software tools.

Stevens streams his online sessions on Twitch under the handle "girafganger7," where he has built a following of over 36,500 subscribers. He is known for his candid, emotionally expressive personality—often wearing his heart on his sleeve and speaking his mind. His live-streamed WSOP Main Event victory in 2023 became a viral moment, cementing his status as a fan favorite. He was nominated for Best Streamer at the 2023 Global Poker Awards, competing against Kevin Martin, Benjamin Spragg, and Lex Veldhuis.

With over $3.5 million in recorded earnings and numerous high-stakes online titles, Bert Stevens has earned a reputation as one of the most successful online poker players in history. His versatility across platforms like PokerStars and online poker, combined with his engaging streaming presence, makes him a unique figure in modern poker.