Ricardo Barros

Ricardo Barros began his poker journey in the online realm, quickly establishing himself as a formidable player. In 2018, he won the online poker Sunday Major-M for $5,354 and also captured the Powerfest #25Low title for $12,459. These online successes laid the foundation for his transition to live events.

Barros has recorded several notable live cashes. In 2018, he finished 7th in the €220 World Cup Festival Main Event at Grand Casino Namur, earning €1,898 after starting the final day as chip leader. More recently, in June 2024, he placed 7th in the $500 Mystery Bounty event at the MGM Grand Summer Poker Festival, collecting $6,535 plus bounties of $500 and $1,000. His other live results include a 13th-place finish in the €110 Crazy Pineapple event at the 2023 WaSOP XII for €190.

Beyond his live success, Barros has consistently performed in online tournaments. He has multiple cashes in WSOP Online events, including a 271st in the $215 Mystery Millions and a 703rd in another $215 Mystery Millions. He also recorded a 3rd place in the online poker Second Chance-M and a 32nd in the PokerStars Festival Dublin MegaStack.

Ricardo Barros is a respected figure in the Portuguese poker scene, known for his steady tournament grind and ability to navigate both online and live formats. While not a household name, his repeated deep runs and victories underscore his skill and dedication to the game.