Andras Koroknai biography
Andras Koroknai is from Debrecen, Hungary. He worked as a self-employed computer engineer with his uncle and began playing poker full time after a moped accident in Greece.
In 2010 he won the World Poker Tour L.A. Poker Classic at the Commerce Casino for $1,788,040, then the biggest win by a Hungarian player. In 2012 he reached the World Series of Poker Main Event final table, the October Nine, second in chips. His run included a much-discussed Day 5 hand in which he moved all in thinking the action had folded to him and mucked his cards after Gavin Smith folded; the floor ruled that he forfeited his raise but stayed in the tournament. At the final table he finished 6th for $1,640,902 when Greg Merson's ace-king held against his king-queen.
Koroknai has more than $4.2 million in live tournament earnings and was first on Hungary's all-time money list. He now plays mostly high-stakes cash games.
Career summary
Hungary's Andras Koroknai won the 2010 WPT L.A. Poker Classic for $1,788,040 and finished 6th in the 2012 WSOP Main Event.
Andras Koroknai poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | WPT L.A. Poker Classic | 1st | $1,788,040 |
| 2012 | WSOP Main Event | 6th | $1,640,902 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $4,200,000+.
Andras Koroknai playing style
Koroknai is a fearless, aggressive player who is willing to put opponents to the test in big pots.
Cash games
Mostly plays high-stakes cash games.
Business & sponsorships
Former self-employed computer engineer.
Why Andras matters
Andras Koroknai from Debrecen won the WPT L.A. Poker Classic and reached the 2012 WSOP Main Event final table, becoming Hungary's top live tournament earner at the time.
FAQ about Andras Koroknai
What is Andras Koroknai's biggest win?
The 2010 WPT L.A. Poker Classic, for $1,788,040.
How did Andras Koroknai do in the 2012 WSOP Main Event?
He finished 6th for $1,640,902.
How much has Andras Koroknai won playing poker?
Andras Koroknai has won $4,200,000+ in live tournament earnings.
How many WSOP bracelets does Andras Koroknai have?
Andras Koroknai has not won a WSOP bracelet yet.
