Scott Blumstein biography
Scott Blumstein was born on March 27, 1992, in Morristown, New Jersey, and graduated from Temple University with a degree in accounting. He became a professional poker player after college, playing mostly in Atlantic City and online in New Jersey.
Before the 2017 World Series of Poker, his biggest cash was $199,854 in a preliminary event at the 2016 Borgata Summer Poker Open. At the 2017 Main Event, which drew 7,221 players, he reached the final table as chip leader and beat Dan Ott heads-up to win $8,150,000. He clinched the title when a deuce on the river gave him the winning hand. Blumstein is Jewish, and his win was widely covered by the Jewish press.
He has more than $8.6 million in live tournament earnings.
Career summary
The 2017 WSOP Main Event champion, Scott Blumstein won $8,150,000 in a field of 7,221 players after leading the final table from the start.
Scott Blumstein poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | WSOP Main Event | 1st | $8,150,000 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $8,600,000+, plus 1 WSOP bracelet.
2016 - Borgata Summer Poker Open - Preliminary event - $199,854
Scott Blumstein playing style
Blumstein is an aggressive, confident no-limit hold'em player who used his chip lead to dominate the 2017 Main Event final table.
Business & sponsorships
Professional poker player.
Why Scott matters
Scott Blumstein, an accounting graduate from New Jersey, won the 2017 World Series of Poker Main Event at 25 after entering the final table as chip leader.
FAQ about Scott Blumstein
When did Scott Blumstein win the WSOP Main Event?
In 2017. He beat Dan Ott heads-up and won $8,150,000.
What did Scott Blumstein study?
Accounting, at Temple University.
How much has Scott Blumstein won playing poker?
Scott Blumstein has won $8,600,000+ in live tournament earnings.
How many WSOP bracelets does Scott Blumstein have?
Scott Blumstein has won 1 WSOP bracelet.
