Inge Fagerbakke

Inge Fagerbakke first made his mark on the Norwegian poker scene in February 2023 when he won the Freeroll event at the Norwegian Poker Championship (NM), earning a seat to the Main Event of Poker North Masters in Bratislava. At the time, he was 50 years old and had recently moved to Oslo after growing up in Voss.

Fagerbakke's first NM title came in the Freeroll event in 2023. He followed this up by winning the Seniors Event at the 2025 NM, taking home €14,912 and defeating tournament organizer Frode Fagerli heads-up. In January 2026, he won his third NM title, again in the Seniors Event (online edition) of Poker North Masters Online, earning €2,287 and a seat to defend his title live in Bratislava.

Fagerbakke's daughter, Vilde Fagerbakke, is also a successful poker player with two NM titles (Ladies Event 2021 and 2023). After his 2025 win, Inge tied Vilde's record of two NM titles each. The father-daughter duo has even shared final tables in Norwegian championships, highlighting a strong family bond in the Norwegian poker community.

Inge Fagerbakke's total live tournament earnings amount to $56,773, with his best live cash being $16,138. He is ranked 52,157th on the all-time money list and 4th among Norwegian players. His Global Poker Index ranking is 15,423rd.

Specific details about his playing style are limited, but his consistent results in Seniors events suggest a disciplined and experienced approach, common among Scandinavian players. He is known for his ability to perform under pressure, as seen in his heads-up victory against Frode Fagerli.

Inge Fagerbakke is a respected figure in Norwegian poker, representing a family dynasty alongside his daughter Vilde. His three NM titles solidify his status as one of the country's top tournament players, particularly in the seniors category.