Jorryt van Hoof

Jorryt van Hoof, born in 1987, is one of the Netherlands' most successful poker players. Hailing from Eindhoven, he first gained worldwide attention during the 2014 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, where he entered the final table as the chip leader and eventually finished as the runner-up, earning approximately $5.1 million. This result remains the largest live cash of his career and cemented his status as a top Dutch player. his total live tournament earnings exceed $6.3 million, placing him second on the Netherlands All Time Money List and 307th globally.

Van Hoof's signature achievement came in the 2014 WSOP Main Event. He navigated a massive field to reach the November Nine as the chip leader. Despite a valiant effort, he was eliminated in second place by Martin Jacobson. The $5.1 million payday represents the bulk of his career earnings. Beyond the Main Event, van Hoof has consistently performed in high-stakes tournaments.

At the 2015 WSOP, he posted several deep runs: 9th in Event #32 ($5,000 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Handed, $42,032), 9th in Event #29 ($10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw Championship, $17,067), 10th in Event #23 ($1,500 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw, $4,881), and 22nd in Event #19 ($3,000 Limit Hold'em 6-Handed, $7,567). In 2022, he switched focus to Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), cashing in three WSOP Europe events: 9th in Event #4 (PLO, €7,168), 20th in Event #6 (PLO, €10,771), and 14th in Event #9 (Short Deck, €3,572).

His recent WSOP results include a 10th-place finish in the 2025 $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Championship ($84,191), a 33rd in the $3,000 PLO 6-Handed ($13,775), and a 23rd in the 2026 $1,500 PLO 8-Handed ($19,770). These performances showcase his versatility across No-Limit Hold'em, PLO, and mixed games.

Van Hoof is known as a well-rounded, strategic player who excels in deep-stack situations. He effectively uses positional and range advantages, maintaining composure under the high pressure of final tables. His style is aggressive but adjustable, balancing calculated aggression with discipline. Often described as a philosophical thinker, he emphasizes psychological factors and thorough analysis. This approach has made him a regular in high-stakes cash games, where he earned the nickname 'The Cleaner.'

In addition to tournament success, van Hoof is a fixture at high-stakes cash tables on major online platforms. His online handle is 'The Cleaner,' reflecting his aggressive, winning style. He is active on social media, particularly Twitter (@Jorryt_van_Hoof), where he shares insights and engages with the poker community. His residence in Eindhoven allows him to combine live and online play.

Van Hoof served as an official ambassador for the Master Classics of Poker in Amsterdam, a prestigious European live tournament series. This role highlighted his standing in the poker world. He is also featured on WSOP.com's player profile, with 14 cashes, four final tables, and total WSOP earnings exceeding $4 million. His success has inspired a generation of Dutch poker players, and he remains one of the most recognizable figures from the Netherlands in the game.

At his peak, van Hoof reached a best All Time Money List rank of 149th globally. He remains 2nd on the Netherlands All Time Money List and 307th globally with total live earnings of $6,341,322 and a best cash of $3,807,753. He crossed the $6,000,000 milestone in live tournament earnings. On WSOP.com, he has 14 cashes, 4 final tables, and total WSOP earnings of $4,046,503.

Van Hoof is active on Twitter under @Jorryt_van_Hoof, engaging with fans and sharing poker insights. He also features on nederpoker.com and pokernews.com profiles. His nickname 'The Cleaner' is recognized in the poker community and frequently used in media coverage.