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Former cook named first world champion from Sweden

In 2014, Martin Jacobson (36) achieved great notoriety in the poker community, clinching the Main Event title and asserting his status as a global champion.

SymClub
May 28, 2024
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Ein glücklicher Sieger: Martin Jacobson
Ein glücklicher Sieger: Martin Jacobson

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In 2014, Jacobson received the title of being crowned. - Former cook named first world champion from Sweden

Almost time for the annual poker extravaganza - the World Series of Poker (WSOP) is fast approaching!

Taking place from May 28th to July 17th, this event sees the best players from around the globe coming together in Las Vegas. The most thrilling aspect of WSOP is definitely the Main Event from July 3rd to 17th.

A Swedish native named Jacobson, who used to work as a cook while serving in the military, became Sweden's first World Champion in 2014. He kicked off his journey toward professional poker at the young age of 18 and has continued to excel in the game ever since. In fact, this esteemed Stockholm native still rakes in prize money despite his major victory.

On a charitable front, Jacobson is actively involved with an organization called "REG – Raising for effective giving."

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