Manig Loeser

Manig Loeser, is a 34 year old professional poker player hailing from Bad Homburg, Germany. With total live earnings exceeding an impressive $11.5 million, he has an undeniable force in the poker scene. Notably, Loeser is a two-time WSOP bracelet winner and has triumphed in the Main Event of European Poker Tour and Triton Poker Series. In addition to his illustrious poker achievements, he also proudly serves as a CoinPoker ambassador.

Manig Loeser: Early Life

Loeser’s poker journey started in 2007 when, at the age of 18, he began participating in low-stakes online tournaments on PokerStars under the alias “swordfish007.” Little is known about his life before poker or his prior profession.

He started without a definite plan, aspiring solely to succeed in poker, and wholeheartedly committed to improving his skills. Fortune favored him initially, granting a significant victory in one of his first tournaments, igniting his passion for poker. This fortunate start motivated him to expand his winnings and explore more destinations. His strategy yielded early success, amassing $257K in live tournaments during 2010, showcasing his promising talent and potential.

Manig Loeser: Poker Career

Loeser’s journey began with a significant breakthrough in March 2011 at the second London leg of Grosvenor UK Poker Tour. During that time, he secured a 2nd-place finish in the £1,650 Main Event and earned $108,500. His career continued to ascend, and in October 2012, Loeser achieved his first European Poker Tour (EPT) title. He emerged victorious in the €990 NLH Turbo event in Italy, earning $51,130. These early successes marked the foundation of what would later become a highly successful poker player.

The year 2017 proved to be a remarkable one for Loeser, marked by a series of impressive achievements. In April, he secured 3rd-place in the HK$400,000 PokerStars Championship Super High Roller event in Macau and earned $530,697. Then, in July, Loeser’s success continued as he triumphed in the HK$1,000,000 NLH Main Event at Triton Montenegro. He defeated Richard Yong in a thrilling heads-up battle which resulted in Loeser pocketing a hefty $2,162,644—his best live cash to date. Finally, in October, he participated in two Super High Roller Series events in Triton Macau. He amassed a total of $610,687 from both Main and Side Event.

Over the span of 2018 and 2019, Loeser substantially boosted his earnings by accumulating an impressive $5.4 million. Notably, his second EPT title occurred in April 2019. He won the €5,300 EPT Main Event held in Monte Carlo, securing a substantial prize of $678,393. 

Loeser’s WSOP Bracelets and CoinPoker

Loeser’s poker journey has seen him capture two coveted WSOP bracelets. In July 2021, he emerged victorious in the $600 Monster Stack WSOP Online event. He defeated 727 entries and secured his first bracelet, along with $104,313 in winnings. A year later, in July 2022, he continued his winning streak by triumphing in the $500 NLH WSOP Online event. Loeser defeated 1,213 entries, securing his second coveted bracelet, along with $127,153. Despite missing a third bracelet in the 54th WSOP $10,000 NLH Main Event in July 2023, he still walked away with $15,000.

Furthermore, his impressive achievements in poker positioned him as an ambassador for CoinPoker. His influence extends to “Swordfish007 Challenge,” where players can qualify for a weekly ₮6000 prize pool in a six-handed freezeout, with five players earning ₮1000 entries into the tournament. Additionally, he is at the forefront of “Manig Monday with Swordfish007,” a series of 20+ tournaments where participants have the chance to win ₮1500+ in tournament tickets, financed by Loeser’s swordfish007 Challenge winnings. 

Conclusion

Manig Loeser’s poker journey is a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication in the world of professional poker. Having clinched two WSOP bracelets, multiple EPT titles, and amassed $11.5M in live earnings, he’s become an established poker player. Beyond his impressive poker accomplishments, Loeser’s role as a CoinPoker ambassador showcases his commitment to the poker community. Starting with online triumphs, his path transformed into a prosperous career defined by numerous wins and love for poker.