Elior Benjamin Sion

Elior Benjamin Sion grew up in the United Kingdom and discovered poker as a young man. Unlike many peers who started by watching televised tournaments, Sion built his reputation in tough online cash games, particularly specializing in mixed games such as Omaha, Stud, and Razz. This versatility allowed him to transition seamlessly from online tables to live tournaments. Based in London, he is highly regarded by fellow professionals for his deep understanding of game theory, even though he rarely seeks the spotlight or gives interviews.

Sion's career reached its pinnacle in 2017 when he won the $50,000 Poker Players Championship at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. This event is considered one of the toughest in poker, requiring proficiency in eight different variants. He earned a career-best $1,395,767 and his first WSOP gold bracelet. Beyond that triumph, Sion has notable results in other high-profile series. He finished runner-up in the 2013 partypoker WPT National London Main Event for £54,150 ($80,840). In Triton events, he placed 5th in the 2019 Triton Poker Super High Roller Series London Turbo for £202,900 ($247,020) and 9th in a $63,600 No Limit Hold'em event at the 2023 London Triton Series for $159,000. his total live earnings exceed $3.1 million.

Sion is widely recognized as a specialist in mixed games, a skill that sets him apart from many players who focus solely on Texas Hold'em. His proficiency across multiple disciplines makes him a formidable opponent in events like the Poker Players Championship. While he is known to be a quiet and reserved individual, his results speak volumes about his analytical mind and disciplined approach. He continues to compete at the highest stakes, often seen in the biggest games against the world's best professionals, cementing his status as one of the United Kingdom's most respected players.