Michael Frisby

Michael Frisby is a professional poker player from Ireland who competes in international tournaments, with a particular focus on European events. His presence is often noted at the Irish Poker Open, where he has made deep runs.

2026 Irish Poker Open Main Event

At the 2026 Irish Poker Open, Frisby was one of 372 entrants in the €1,000,000 guaranteed main event. With blinds at 5,000/10,000 and a 10,000 ante, Frisby three-bet jammed for 41,000 chips against Robert McDowell's open. Sarah Gruson four-bet jammed from the button for 75,000, and McDowell called. Frisby held A♥3♥, Gruson held K♠K♣, and McDowell held A♠J♦. Gruson’s kings held up on a runout of 2♣9♠6♥A♣A♦, eliminating Frisby. Simultaneously, Ann Nice was all-in with A♥5♥ versus Elans Faterkins’ K♦Q♣. Nice failed to improve and was also eliminated. Both players split the minimum cash for 55th place, each earning a share of the prize pool.

While detailed analyses of Frisby's playing style are limited, his aggressive move during the 2026 Irish Open—three-bet jamming a short stack—suggests a willingness to take risks in pressure situations, a common trait among tournament grinders.

Frisby is active on social media and poker forums, but specific biographical details about his early life, career start, or other live cashes are not widely documented in mainstream sources.

As an Irish player, Frisby represents his country on the international stage, contributing to the vibrant poker community that frequents events like the Irish Poker Open.