Matthias Mordhorst

Matthias Mordhorst captured his biggest live title in April 2024 by winning the €350 Main Event of the Namur Classics at Circus Casino Resort in Namur, Belgium. The tournament attracted 1,270 entries, generating a prize pool of €357,977. After a three-way deal with Ronny Bouwmans and Jeroen Reiber, Mordhorst secured the top prize of €45,805 along with a €2,200 CPS Main Event ticket.

Final Table Highlights

Mordhorst entered the final table with 24 big blinds and displayed remarkable patience. He doubled up three times against his eventual heads-up opponent Ronny Bouwmans, once with A♠A♣ against Q♦J♠, another with A♠A♦ against A♣10♠, and once with A♦K♠ against A♠8♠. The final table also featured November Niner Pierre Neuville (9th, €5,675) and Dutch players Robert Hanoch (6th, €12,475) and Jeroen Reiber (3rd, €39,803 after deal).

In September 2024, Mordhorst finished 21st in the €785 Main Event of the Enschede Poker Series, earning €2,127.

Mordhorst is described as a solid, discreet, and cautious player who excels with a short stack. He plays a patient, “German-style” game, avoiding unnecessary risks and waiting for premium hands. His disciplined approach allowed him to navigate the final table with precision, capitalizing on key double-ups while letting opponents eliminate each other.

Total live tournament earnings: €47,932 (based on recorded results). Mordhorst remains a relatively low-profile player but has demonstrated consistent skill in mid-stakes events, particularly on the European live circuit.