Kaupo Tenno

Kaupo Tenno turned professional around 2012 and quickly established himself in the Estonian poker scene. By 2015, at age 27, he was already a full-time poker pro, combining rigorous preparation with adaptable play.

In 2015, Tenno won the Estonian Championship Main Event, a €300 No Limit Hold'em tournament with 209 entrants. He entered the final table as chip leader and secured the title and €13,575 first prize. The victory marked him as one of Estonia's top players.

At the 2019 OlyBet Kings of Tallinn (€1,100 buy-in, 375 entries), Tenno made a deep run. In Level 29, he eliminated OlyBet Team Pro Dmitrijs Meless in 22nd place (€2,950) with pocket kings against ace-queen. Tenno eventually finished 8th for €8,460, after losing a key hand with top pair against an overpair.

Tenno is described as a balanced, strategic player who studies opponents thoroughly. He adjusts between aggression and caution based on table dynamics and focuses on long-term expected value.

Tenno is a key figure in Estonian poker, serving as both a champion and a model for aspiring players. His career highlights the value of preparation and adaptability in tournament poker.