Richard Gomes De Godoy
Brazil
Richard Gomes De Godoy is a Brazilian professional poker player known for his consistent deep runs in major Brazilian Series of Poker (BSOP) events. With over eight WSOP-cashed finishes and a career-best 14th place in the 2024 BSOP Millions Main Event, he represents the rising talent in Brazil's live tournament scene.
Overview
Richard Gomes De Godoy is a Brazilian poker player who has built a solid record in live tournaments, primarily within the Brazilian Series of Poker (BSOP) circuit. While he is often listed among high-stakes participants, his documented achievements show a player who regularly cashes in major events, with his deepest run coming in the 2024 BSOP Millions Main Event.
Career Highlights
De Godoy's tournament results are concentrated in BSOP and KSOP (Kings Series of Poker) events. According to WSOP.com, he has 8 recorded cashes totaling $33,120 in earnings (as of 2025). His most notable performance was in November 2024, when he finished 14th out of 3,093 entries in the BSOP Brazilian Series of Poker - Sheraton Sao Paulo WTC Hotel Main Event (Event #34), earning R$81,100 (approximately $16,500).
Other significant results include:
- 12th place in the KSOP Kings Series of Poker Main Event in January 2022 (R$18,000)
- 90th place in the BSOP Main Event in July 2023 (R$10,150)
- 93rd place in the BSOP Main Event in April 2023 (R$6,800)
- Multiple other BSOP Main Event cashes ranging from R$4,520 to R$9,100
Deep Runs at BSOP Millions
De Godoy demonstrated strong tournament stamina during the 2024 BSOP Millions. On November 25, 2024, he advanced to Day 3 of the Main Event as one of the chip leaders, bagging 1,236,000 chips – placing him 14th among 244 survivors. That event featured a first-place prize of R$1,450,000 and a $7,210 min-cash for each remaining player. While his final result that year was a 14th-place finish for R$81,100, it remains his largest live cash to date.
Playing Style
Public analysis of De Godoy's playing style is sparse, but his consistent cashes in large-field, multi-day tournaments suggest a patient and disciplined approach. He is known to navigate through fields of over 1,000 players with regularity, indicating solid tournament fundamentals and an ability to adapt to varying structures.
Legacy
Richard Gomes De Godoy is part of a growing cohort of Brazilian players making their mark on the international stage, particularly in regional high-stakes events. While not yet a household name, his repeated success in BSOP main events positions him as a respected competitor in the Latin American poker community.
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