Sean Ragozzini

Sean Ragozzini is an Australian poker professional who also holds dual citizenship in the United Kingdom. He began playing poker after the Moneymaker boom, but it was Joe Hachem’s WSOP Main Event victory in 2005 that sparked his interest. As Ragozzini recalled, “I just learned with friends. I think it was after Moneymaker, especially in Australia after Hachem won it. A lot of guys my age, I guess I was 18 or 19 at the time, got involved and started playing home games. I kind of had a knack for the strategy part of it.” He turned poker into a full-time profession, playing both live and online events. By his own admission, he took the game more seriously in the years leading up to his major results, and his dedication paid off with consistent deep runs on the international circuit.

Ragozzini built his career earnings—over $2.4 million according to The Hendon Mob—through wins and high finishes in Australia and abroad. One of his early notable victories came in 2019 at the Star Sydney Championships, where he won the A$20,000 High Roller for a then-career-best $153,826. In May 2021, he captured two titles in quick succession: first the WPTDeepStacks Gold Coast A$5,000 Challenge for $108,790, and then the A$3,000 Quartetly Poker Championship Gold Coast for $53,769, a tournament he chopped with his good friend Vincent Huang. These wins boosted his live earnings to over $576,448 before the 2021 WSOP. He has also cashed in multiple WSOP events, including a deep run in the 2024 WSOP where he went deep in a bracelet event. Throughout his career, Ragozzini has been a fixture in major festivals such as the Aussie Millions and World Poker Tour events, consistently adding to his prize money.

Ragozzini is known for a solid, mathematically oriented playing style that emphasizes risk management and patience. He described his approach as enjoying “the strategy part” of poker, and his results reflect a preference for deep-stacked tournaments where his calculated decisions can shine. He is not afraid to take advantage of satellites to enter high-buy-in events, as demonstrated when he qualified for the 2021 WSOP Main Event via a $1,000 satellite on GGPoker. His ability to navigate large fields and maintain focus over long sessions has earned him respect among peers. “I’ve probably taken it more serious the last few years, have had some good results, can’t complain,” he said, highlighting his disciplined study and preparation.

Ragozzini’s most prominent performance to date came in the 2021 WSOP Main Event, where he reached the final two tables. With just 18 players remaining, he was guaranteed a six-figure payout and a shot at the title. The run captivated Australian poker fans, drawing comparisons to Joe Hachem’s championship. Ragozzini’s deep run was covered extensively, with PokerNews noting that he was seeking to follow in Hachem’s footsteps. Though he ultimately fell short of the final table, the result cemented his status as one of Australia’s top tournament players. Since then, Ragozzini has remained active, with appearances in the 2024 WSOP and ongoing participation in the Asia-Pacific circuit. He continues to be a regular in the high-stakes events at the Aussie Millions and other major festivals, maintaining his presence in the global poker arena.

Ragozzini's consistent performances earned him a peak Global Poker Index ranking of 129th in the world, at which time he was the highest-ranked Australian player, surpassing contemporaries such as Michael Addamo and Vincent Huang. This ranking reflects sustained deep runs across a variety of tournament formats rather than reliance on a single result. His $2.4 million in live earnings are distributed across domestic events like the Aussie Millions, WSOP trips, and international festivals, underscoring his versatility and longevity on the global circuit.

Ragozzini, who holds dual Australian and United Kingdom citizenship, is single and has half a dozen nieces and nephews. He has described his poker career as "not a real job, just play a lot of poker," balancing live and online play. He often travels with a close-knit group of friends who also play professionally, and they support each other during major tournaments. Despite his success, Ragozzini remains grounded, attributing his recent results to taking the game more seriously and studying diligently.