Richard West II

Richard West II (also known online as "labelfree") is an American poker player who has built a substantial career primarily through online tournaments on WSOP.com. With total live and online earnings exceeding $172,000, West has consistently cashed in major series, including over 60 WSOP online events and multiple final tables.

• 2023 WSOP Online Event #10 ($400 No-Limit Ultra Deepstack): 2nd place for $90,023, his largest single cash to date. He was eliminated by Ryan "GoFeltaFish2" Eriquezzo when his K♠9♣ failed to improve against pocket sixes.
• WSOP Final Tables: West has reached at least 4 WSOP final tables across online bracelet events and circuit events. Notable results include 10th place in a 2023 WSOP Online Circuit event ($1,671) and 15th in another ($2,154).
• Run It Up Reno (2019): Runner-up in a trophy event for $3,575, plus a 7th-place finish ($330), earning him badges such as "Runner Up" and "Back to Back Cashes."

West has also competed in live WSOP events. In 2018, he participated in Event #15: $1,500 H.O.R.S.E., where he was eliminated late in the tournament after rivering ace-high against Chris Bell’s set of sevens.

From reported hands, West shows a balanced approach. In deep-stack situations, he is willing to commit his stack with speculative hands like K9 suited, indicating aggressiveness when short. In limit mixed games, he demonstrated patience by check-calling and then check-raising on the river with a weak hand, though it backfired. His online results suggest a preference for structured tournaments and multi-table events.

West has cashed in 66 WSOP online events as of early 2026, with his earnings steadily increasing. He is respected within the online poker community for his reliable play and ability to navigate large fields. While not a household name, his longevity and steady cashes mark him as a solid professional in the US online poker scene.