Ukrainian poker pro wins £23,100 after nine failed attempts in Manchester
Ukrainian poker player Oleksandr Shevchenko has turned persistence into profit at the PokerStars Open Manchester festival. After a string of early exits in the £2.2K No-Limit Hold’em (NLH) event, he secured victory on his ninth attempt—walking away with £23,100. Shevchenko’s run began with a win in the £220 Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) event, earning him £5,186. He then entered the £2.2K NLH tournament, which allowed unlimited re-entries. His first attempt ended quickly as the first player eliminated.
Over the next eight entries, he faced repeated eliminations. Each buy-in cost £2,200, bringing his total investment to £19,800 before his ninth bullet. This time, persistence paid off as he outlasted the field to claim the top prize. The victory left Shevchenko with a net profit of £3,300 from the NLH event alone. His approach sparked discussion among poker commentators. Norman Chad has previously criticised multiple re-entries, while Peggy Crawford praised the dedication, stating, *'Respect the grind.'* Social media user BretC weighed in on Instagram, arguing that bankroll management—not the number of entries—should dictate play.
Shevchenko’s win demonstrates how repeated attempts can lead to success in high-variance tournaments. His £23,100 prize offsets his earlier losses, proving that strategy and resilience can turn the tables in competitive poker.
