Thomas Boivin

Thomas Boivin was born in 1989 in Charleroi, Belgium, and currently resides in St. Julian's, Malta. He began his poker career online under the screen name "martomchat," grinding mid-stakes and high-stakes cash games and tournaments. His analytical mind, shaped by an engineering background, allowed him to quickly master complex strategies. Before transitioning to live events, he accumulated over $3 million in online profit, establishing a solid foundation for his later success.

Boivin first gained international recognition in 2018 when he defeated Steve O'Dwyer to win the €25,000 High Roller at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague, earning his first major live title. This victory marked his arrival among the elite. He has since recorded over 70 live final tables and 10 live wins across the world's most prestigious series, including the World Series of Poker (WSOP), World Poker Tour (WPT), and Triton Poker Series.

His strong results continued through the online pandemic era. In 2021-2022, he finished second in the WPT World Championship Knockout (partypoker) for $388,119 and second in the WPT WOC 7-Max Championship for $88,184. He also made final tables at WPTDeepStacks and WPT Venetian events. Over his career, Boivin has accumulated $2,069,143 in WPT earnings alone, including a third-place finish in the WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open Championship in 2026 for $295,000 and a second-place finish in the $25K High Roller at Wynn Las Vegas in 2023 for $958,278.

Boivin's career-best live cash came in December 2025 at the WSOP Paradise, where he finished 5th in the $250,000 Triton Invitational for $2,290,000. The 2025 WSOP in Las Vegas was particularly fruitful: he took 3rd place in the $250,000 Super High Roller for $2,057,430 and another 3rd in the $100,000 High Roller for $1,212,020. These performances solidified his status as one of the world's top high-stakes tournament players. As of early 2026, he continued his winning ways by taking down the WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open $25,500 High Roller for $310,255. His total live tournament earnings surpass $17.6 million, making him the undisputed all-time money leader from Belgium.

Boivin is known for a structured, theory-driven style that blends Game Theory Optimal (GTO) principles with exploitative adjustments. He emphasizes deep-stacked tournament play, leveraging position, hand reading, and disciplined decision-making. He often simplifies complex solver outputs to maintain peak performance during long series. His mental game is equally refined; he advocates for silent retreats and mindfulness practices to cultivate focus during high-pressure situations. Observers describe him as patient and steady, avoiding unnecessary risks while waiting for favorable spots to apply pressure. This approach has earned him a reputation as "Mr. Consistent" among fans.

Beyond his own results, Boivin is a highly sought-after coach. He serves as a lead coach for GTO LAB and Pure Poker Coaching, and runs his own training programs through Elite Poker Coach. His coaching has helped students win over $15 million collectively, with 75+ students coached across 10+ countries. He offers group coaching, a mastermind community, and exclusive 1-1 coaching for elite players. Boivin combines his engineering precision with insights from performance coach Krista to deliver holistic training that covers strategy, mindset, and lifestyle. His rise from local Belgian tournaments to the pinnacle of the Triton series is considered a model for European poker professionals.

Boivin resides in St. Julian's, Malta, a hub for many poker professionals. He maintains a private life but is active on social media under the handle @martomchat. His background in engineering is often reflected in his methodical approach to both poker and coaching. He emphasizes the importance of mental health and has spoken about using silent retreats to maintain focus during grueling tournament schedules.

Boivin has earned several accolades for his achievements. He was awarded the Global Poker Index (GPI) National Player of the Year for Belgium, recognizing his dominance on the live circuit. As of 2026, he sits at #194 on the All Time Money List the highest-ranked Belgian player. His consistent performances have earned him sponsorships and speaking engagements at poker conferences, further cementing his legacy as a leader in the poker community.