Paul Volpe

Paul Volpe was born in 1981 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in West Chester, Pennsylvania. He began his poker career playing online under the screen name "paulgees81," amassing over $5 million in online winnings. Volpe won a MiniFTOPs event on Full Tilt Poker in 2009, along with two Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) titles and a World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) title on PokerStars. These early successes established him as a formidable online player before transitioning to live tournaments.

His first live cash at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) came in 2009, marking the start of a decorated live career. Volpe quickly proved his versatility by excelling in a wide range of poker variants, from no-limit hold'em to complex mixed games.

Volpe has won three WSOP bracelets, demonstrating mastery across different game types:

In addition to his bracelets, Volpe has made 23 WSOP final tables (as of 2025) and 110 cashes overall, with WSOP earnings exceeding $2.9 million. He has two deep runs in the WSOP Main Event, finishing 20th in 2012 for $294,601 and 29th in 2016 for $186,388. Volpe has also come close to additional bracelets, notably finishing second in the 2024 WSOP $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship ($173,391) and fourth in the 2025 WSOP $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship ($96,502). Other near-misses include third place in the 2021 WSOP Poker Players Championship ($404,243) and second in the 2018 $10,000 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Handed Big Blind Ante event ($503,196).

On the World Poker Tour (WPT), Volpe has made three final tables, including back-to-back appearances in 2013. His best WPT result came at the 2013 L.A. Poker Classic, where he finished runner-up for $651,170—his largest live cash to date. Shortly after, he placed third in the WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star event for $435,610. These performances solidified his reputation as a threat in high-stakes no-limit hold'em events.

Volpe has also cashed in the European Poker Tour (EPT) three times and consistently performs in high-roller and championship events across the globe. His top five career cashes include:

As of 2025, Volpe's total live tournament earnings exceed $9.9 million with some sources listing over $10.2 million.

Volpe is widely regarded as one of the top mixed-game specialists in the poker world. He employs a tight-aggressive (TAG) style, emphasizing post-flop adjustments and exploiting opponents' weaknesses. His deep theoretical knowledge and hand-reading skills are particularly effective in rotation games such as H.O.R.S.E., 8-Game, and Dealer's Choice. Commentators and peers often label him a "mixed-game expert," noting his ability to transition seamlessly between limit and no-limit formats.

At the table, Volpe maintains a focused, serious demeanor, sometimes wearing headphones to minimize distractions. His meticulous study habits and disciplined approach have earned him respect among high-stakes regulars. Volpe's success across diverse disciplines—from lowball draw to Omaha hi-lo—demonstrates his adaptability and commitment to mastering every variant.

Volpe continues to compete at the highest levels, with consistent cashes in WSOP events and prestigious tournaments. In 2024, he finished 15th in the $25,000 High Roller H.O.R.S.E. event and 18th in the $10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw Championship. He also cashed in the 2024 WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas, finishing 28th for $121,000. In 2025, Volpe added a fourth-place finish in the $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship and a 12th-place result in the $3,000 6-Handed No-Limit Hold'em event.

With over $10 million in live earnings, three WSOP bracelets, and a reputation as a premier mixed-game player, Paul Volpe has cemented his legacy in the poker community. His ability to excel both online and live, across a broad spectrum of games, makes him a versatile and enduring figure in the modern poker landscape.