Enrique Lanzuela Fornas
Spain
Enrique Lanzuela Fornas is a Spanish professional poker player who dominated the local Valencia poker scene in the early 2010s. He won events in the Azartia league and the Campeonato Valenciano de Poker, and was a longtime leader in the Liga Valenciana de Poker before taking a break from the game.
Early Career
Enrique Lanzuela Fornas emerged as a prominent figure in the Valencia poker circuit during the early 2010s. He first gained attention in September 2011 by winning a leg of the Azartia league at Casino Cirsa Valencia, defeating 94 entrants and earning €4,775 after a heads-up deal. The final hand saw his K-J outrun his opponent's 6-7 suited on a K-high flop.
Campeonato Valenciano de Poker
Liga Valenciana de Poker Dominance
Lanzuela was a force in the Liga Valenciana de Poker (LVP), where he "reigned for long months" before deciding to take a vacation. In November 2013, he returned to form, finishing runner-up in a Deep Stack event at Casino Cirsa Valencia. Later that month, he won a Terminator Poker tournament, taking home €665 and the "matador" trophy. He was described as "todopoderoso" (almighty) in local media.
Other Tournament Appearances
Lanzuela consistently cashed in smaller events. In May 2012, he placed 10th in the Poker&Buffet tournament at Casino Cirsa Monte Picayo, earning €135. He also made multiple final tables in the Azartia league and other local competitions.
Playing Style
Lanzuela's precise playing style is not detailed in available records, but his consistent deep runs and heads-up deals suggest a solid, patient approach. Local reports noted his ability to dominate when fully focused, though he sometimes took breaks from the game.
Legacy
Though not an international star, Enrique Lanzuela Fornas is remembered as a standout in the Valencia poker community. His achievements in the LVP and Campeonato Valenciano de Poker exemplify the competitive spirit of regional poker champions.
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