Daniel Sindelar
United States
Daniel Sindelar is an American poker player who gained fame with a seventh-place finish in the 2014 WSOP Main Event and later won his first WSOP bracelet in the 2021 WSOP Online series.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Daniel Sindelar's poker career began online, where he played under the alias 'Feeltheflow.' He transitioned to live tournaments and made a massive splash in 2014 when he finished seventh in the World Series of Poker Main Event, earning $1,235,862. That remains his largest live cash to date. his total live tournament earnings exceed $2.28 million, with over 117 WSOP cashes worth a combined $1,802,580 prior to his bracelet win.
WSOP Online Success
During the 2021 WSOP Online series on WSOP.com, Sindelar enjoyed a breakout run. He first came close to a bracelet in Event #12: $500 NLHE Turbo Deepstack, finishing runner-up for $51,527. Then, in the series finale — Event #33: $500 NLHE Grand Finale — he captured his first gold bracelet. The tournament drew 2,024 entries (1,355 unique, 669 re-entries) and exceeded the $1 million guaranteed prize pool. The final table lasted 12 hours; Sindelar entered heads-up against Stanley 'stanman420' Lee with a 3:1 chip deficit but rallied to win $159,100. The victory capped a series in which he cashed nine times, accumulating $221,081 in total online earnings.
Playing Style and Approach
Sindelar is described as a balanced, mathematically grounded player. He combines conservative preflop selection with aggressive postflop play, focusing on pot control and value betting. He is known for adapting to opponents' tendencies and exploiting positional edges. His deep run in the 2014 Main Event demonstrated his ability to handle high-pressure, multi-day tournaments, while his online bracelet win showcased his short-handed and heads-up skills. He credits systematic study of poker theory and hand analysis as key to his success.
Recent Results and Legacy
Sindelar continues to compete in both live and online events. In the 2023 WSOP, he cashed in Event #88: The Closer ($1,500 NLHE), one of the largest fields of the series. While no longer a regular on the high-stakes circuit, his enduring consistency has made him a respected figure among peers. Under the name 'Feeltheflow,' he remains active on WSOP.com and other platforms. His career trajectory — from online grinder to Main Event final table to bracelet winner — illustrates the importance of adaptability and disciplined bankroll management in modern poker.
2021 WSOP Online Series Context
The 2021 WSOP Online series on WSOP.com spanned a full month and awarded a total of 33 gold bracelets. Sindelar's victory in Event #33: $500 NLHE Grand Finale marked the final bracelet of the series.
2023 WSOP Event #88: The Closer
At the 2023 WSOP, Sindelar cashed in Event #88: $1,500 No Limit Hold'em The Closer. The tournament attracted 3,531 entrants, generating a prize pool of $4,713,885. This cash added to his extensive WSOP record.
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