Juan Jose Naharro Ochoa
Spain
Juan Jose Naharro Ochoa, known as 'El Jefe' and 'Rotoletu', is an Andorran professional poker player with over $227,000 in live tournament earnings and a strong online presence. He has multiple WSOP Online cashes, including a 29th-place finish for $4,788, and won the CNP888 Super High Roller for €21,000 along with the LNP Santander Main Event.
Overview
Juan Jose Naharro Ochoa, often referred to as Juanjo Naharro, is a professional poker player from Andorra who also holds a strong presence in the Spanish poker scene. Known by the nicknames "El Jefe" and "Rotoletu," he has built a career spanning both online and live tournaments, with notable successes in high-roller events and national circuits.
Online Success
Naharro Ochoa has been a consistent performer in WSOP Online events. According to WSOP.com, he has 78 career cashes and 5 final tables in WSOP-branded tournaments, with total earnings of $227,231. His WSOP Online results include 16 cashes between 2021 and 2025, totaling approximately $20,000. His best finish came in 2021, placing 29th in the $600 Deepstack Championship NLH for $4,788. Other notable online cashes include a 124th place in a $2,100 6-Handed Bounty event in 2025 ($3,213) and a 54th place in a $5,250 Bounty High Roller in 2026 ($12,500).
Live Tournament Achievements
In live events, Naharro Ochoa has claimed several prestigious titles. In March 2025, he won the Main Event of the Liga Nacional de Póker (LNP) stop in Santander, Spain, defeating a field of 97 players to earn a seat in the CNP Winamax Grand Final Main Event and a spot in the Champions Sit & Go. Earlier that year, he triumphed in the first Super High Roller in the history of the Circuito Nacional de Póker (CNP888) in Madrid, taking down the €2,000 buy-in event for €21,000. He outlasted heads-up opponent Andy Ni to secure the title and his first major live trophy.
Playing Style and Reputation
Naharro Ochoa is widely regarded as an aggressive and fearless player, often putting pressure on opponents with frequent bets and raises. His nickname "El Jefe" (Spanish for "the boss") reflects his confident, dominant table presence. In the CNP888 victory, he demonstrated his ability to adapt and make crucial calls, such as calling an all-in with A♠6♥ on a board that gave him a pair, ultimately winning the hand and the tournament.
Legacy
With a mix of online grind and live tournament success, Juan Jose Naharro Ochoa has established himself as one of the top Spanish-speaking players on the global circuit. His wins in national poker leagues and high-roller events continue to build his reputation as a versatile and formidable competitor.
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