Stian Bruheim

Stian Bruheim is a Norwegian poker player best known for his victory in the Norwegian Championship (Norgesmesterskap) in Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) in 2016. His win, which included a heads-up battle against two-time former winner Endre Sagstuen, solidified his reputation in the Norwegian poker community.

In November 2016, Stian Bruheim won the Norwegian Championship in Pot Limit Omaha at Gardermoen. The tournament attracted 57 players on the final day, with 55 paid positions. After eliminating Espen Ringstad on third place, Bruheim entered heads-up play with a significant chip lead (5.9 million to 1.1 million) against Endre Sagstuen. The final hand saw Bruheim’s AKT7 defeat Sagstuen’s AQT7, securing the title and the top prize of 174,400 NOK.

A memorable detail from the event is that Bruheim slept in a tent the night before the final day, as reported by TV 2. Upon winning, he exclaimed, “Det er utrolig deilig! Jeg er litt forelsket i meg selv akkurat nå” (It’s incredibly nice! I’m a little in love with myself right now).

1. Stian Bruheim – 174,400 NOK
2. Endre Sagstuen – 112,400 NOK
3. Espen Ringstad – 81,200 NOK
4. Jaroslaw Szuszkowski – 65,800 NOK
5. Morten Kind Gulbrandsen – 52,100 NOK
6. Thomas Syversen – 40,090 NOK
7. Magnus Saksenvik – 29,800 NOK
8. Hege Søgstad – 21,600 NOK
9. Andreas Høivold – 17,500 NOK

While detailed analysis of his playing style is limited in available reports, Bruheim’s heads-up performance against a strong opponent like Endre Sagstuen highlights his skill and composure under pressure. His aggressive and calculated approach is evident from his ability to build and maintain a large chip lead.

Stian Bruheim’s 2016 Norwegian Championship win remains a notable achievement in Norwegian poker. His unique story of camping before the final day adds a colorful chapter to his career, marking him as a dedicated and passionate player on the live tournament circuit.