Espen Jorstad’s name became synonymous with poker greatness when he won the 2022 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, taking home an eye-watering $10,000,000. But the Norwegian pro has proven he is no one-hit wonder, adding nearly $7.7 million in earnings across 49 in-the-money finishes since that career-defining moment.
Today, Jorstad’s lifetime winnings stand at nearly $18.6 million, making him the undisputed Norwegian all-time money leader. Even without his WSOP Main Event victory, his results surpass second-ranked Kayhan Mokri, who has $7.8 million in recorded scores.
European Poker Tour Prague Triumph
Jorstad’s most recent success came at the 2024 European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague festival, where he claimed victory in a €25,000 buy-in no-limit hold’em high roller event.
This marked Jorstad’s second POY-qualified score of the year. While he secured a massive $2.2 million payday at last month’s $200,000 buy-in Triton Monte Carlo invitational, that result did not contribute to his POY standings.
The European Poker Tour Prague high roller boasted an $855,950 prize pool, distributed among the top seven finishers. Fellow Norwegian Morten Klein was the first to cash, finishing seventh after a deal was struck. Viacheslav Buldygin (6th – $59,890) and Nikita Kuznetsov (5th – $76,002) followed shortly after.
Key Hands and Final Standings
Roman Hrabec, a Czech poker standout, exited in fourth place ($97,414) after his J-8 couldn’t overcome Jorstad’s pocket aces in a blind-on-blind showdown. Hrabec has enjoyed a remarkable 2024, reaching 10 final tables and claiming three titles, including a $4.3 million win at the Triton Jeju Main Event.
The tournament ended in a thrilling three-way all-in:
- Ilya Nikiforov shoved with J♣10♦ for 5.5 big blinds.
- Enrico Camosci re-shoved with 9♥9♣ from the small blind.
- Jorstad called with A♥10♥ from the big blind.
The board ran out Q♣8♥5♣J♠A♣, giving Jorstad a pair of aces and the win. Nikiforov finished third ($131,652), while Camosci secured second place ($191,542).
Dominance on the Global Stage
With his latest win, Jorstad has solidified his reputation as one of poker’s elite players. His consistency and adaptability across formats and stakes are a testament to his skill and determination.
As the 2024 season unfolds, Jorstad’s journey continues to inspire, proving that his WSOP triumph was only the beginning of a legendary poker career.
Super High Roller Final Results
| Rank | Player | Country | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Espen Jorstad | Norway | $294,150 |
| 2 | Enrico Camosci | Italy | $191,542 |
| 3 | Ilya Nikiforov | Estonia | $131,652 |
| 4 | Roman Hrabec | Czechia | $97,414 |
| 5 | Nikita Kuznetsov | Russia | $76,002 |
