Artur Martirosyan

Meet Artur Martirosian, a 26-year-old Russian professional poker player and 4Pro ambassador. Martirosian has made a significant impact both online, where he goes by the nickname “mararthur1” and on the live felt. With a total of $11.5 million in live earnings, he ranks 2nd on the Russia All-Time Money List and 109th globally. This young poker sensation is continuously playing between online and live play, further strengthening his presence in the poker world. 

Artur Martirosian: Early life

Martirosian’s poker journey started young, mentored by his father. At 17, introduced by his father, Martirosian began playing poker, facing not only his dad but also his dad’s friends. This early exposure laid the foundation for what would become a remarkable poker career.

As his passion for poker continued to flourish, Martirosian set out on a journey of self-improvement. He dedicated himself to studying poker strategy, and his dedication bore fruit. As his proficiency in the game quickly grew, Martirosian’s dedication paid off. At 21, Martirosian had already become a regular participant in live tournaments at major events across Europe. Exceptional talent and dedication propelled him to a professional poker career at an impressively young age. As a result, there was no room in his life to pursue a traditional career path. Martirosian’s story is evident that success can be achieved through passion and dedication in one’s chosen field.

Artur Martirosian’s Live Tournaments

In October 2017, Martirosian made his first live tournament in the PokerStars Festival Sochi securing 34th place and earned $835.

His journey in European and World Poker Tournaments saw notable achievements in 2018 and 2019. In 2020, Martirosian’s pivotal moment arrived as he earned $495,000 in second position in the MILLIONS Super High Roller Sochi. A mere two days earlier, he triumphed with a 6th place finish in the $25,500 NLHE event, winning $87,000.

Nevertheless, it was the year 2021 that truly defined his growing career. During this exceptional year, Martirosian claimed victory in the Super High Roller Bowl Europe held in Cyprus. This triumph added $1.4 million to his ever-expanding earnings. This marked his third title of the year, following his wins at the EPT Sochi Main Event ($325,316) and a WPT Russia ($41,417). His string of successes culminated with a victory in the Eurasian Poker Tour Grand Final, where he pocketed $100,736.

In August 2022, Martirossian strengthened his reputation as a formidable poker pro by securing $556,454 in winnings at EPT Barcelona. He continued his impressive run by securing a respectable 7th place in the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Cyprus, earning $470,000. This highlighted his consistent performance in the poker circuit. In early January 2023, he amassed a remarkable $1.5 million from two events at the 2023 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure. He then continued to compete in various EPT and Triton events.

In June 2023, Martirosian’s career soared to new heights when he secured the runner-up position in the World Series of Poker. This remarkable achievement earned him an astounding $3,271,666, marking his highest earnings to date. Beyond his remarkable poker achievements, Martirosian, along with Ole Schemion and Francisco Benitez, became ambassadors for 4Poker. Their strategic involvement leverages their substantial tournament earnings and reflects their enthusiasm for the platform’s software and experienced team. This suggests promising growth for 4Poker in the poker industry.

Martirosian’s Online Poker Triumphs

Moreover, beyond his impressive track record in live tournaments, Martirosian has amassed an equally remarkable list of achievements online. In 2020, he won two SCOOP titles, earning $429,000 in prize money, establishing himself as a dominant poker player.

In May 2020, he cashed in seven Super High Roller Bowl Online events on partypoker, each with winnings over $100,000. Among these triumphs was his victory in the $10,300 NLHE event, where he raked in an impressive $234,605.

Furthermore, Martirosian’s high-stakes online poker dominance is evident, with five GGPoker Super MILLION$ championships underlining his remarkable achievements. In 2021 alone, his virtual success reached extraordinary heights, as he amassed a staggering $8.4 million in earnings on GGPoker. 

Conclusion

The 26-year-old Russian poker prodigy and 4Pro ambassador has permanently influenced both live and online poker. His achievements in live and online tournaments highlight his exceptional talent, strengthening his status as a prominent figure in poker. Martirosian’s promising poker future includes ambassadorship for 4Poker and ongoing success in both online and live poker tournaments. Despite any potential challenges, Martirosian’s poker journey shows his determination to be the best.