Daniel Rezaei

Born in Austria and based in Leibnitz, Rezaei’s path to the “nosebleed” stakes began while he was a law student. He initially worked as a dealer at Concord Casino for 10 euros an hour before realizing he had a greater passion, and talent for playing. He started in €30 daily tournaments and quickly climbed the ranks after winning $100,000 in a single two-month span in 2017. A close friend of fellow Austrian legend Matthias Eibinger , Rezaei credits his development to the strong German-speaking poker community. Since 2023, he has consistently earned at least $1.4 million annually, transitioning from a regional standout to a regular fixture at the Triton Poker Series , EPT , and WSOP stops. Despite his massive success, he remains known for his professional humility and relentless work ethic at the tables.

Rezaei is renowned for a “balanced, high-volume, and mentally resilient” play style. His strategy is deeply rooted in modern game theory, often honing his technical “kinks” through intensive online play before applying them to the live high-roller circuit. He is particularly effective in short-handed and turbo formats, where his ability to make rapid, accurate decisions under pressure is a significant edge. His approach is characterized by exceptional post-flop technicality and a disciplined bankroll management philosophy that allows him to compete in $25,000 to $100,000 buy-in events with total composure. Whether navigating a Triton Poker Main Event or a deep run in the WSOP 6-Handed Championship, Rezaei’s strategy revolves around technical balance and a total lack of fear in the game’s most expensive spots.

With total live tournament earnings surpassing $11,037,356, Rezaei is a titan of European poker. His career-best live score of $1,900,000 was achieved in December 2025 with a victory in the WSOP Paradise $50,000 High Roller Turbo. Rezaei famously captured his first WSOP bracelet during that rapid-fire event, defeating a field of 151 elite players. He has remained in incredible form through early 2026, recently securing a 13th-place finish in the Onyx High Roller Series $10,000 PLO Opener for $35,000. Other major highlights include a victory in the 2025 Onyx Super High Roller Series $51,000 Championship for $1,043,530 and a 3rd-place finish in the 2025 Wynn Summer Championship for $1,181,360. His consistent high-roller success contributes to an estimated poker net worth of over $12 million. Credit: Rachel Kay Winter