The largest poker winnings in history

Poker has long been one of the most popular card games in the world, offering players the chance to test their skills, strategy, and luck against others. While many people play poker for fun or as a hobby, some have made a career out of it, earning millions of dollars in prize money over the years. 

In this article, we'll look at the top ten largest poker winnings in history, including the players who have achieved these incredible feats and the tournaments that have made them possible. From the World Series of Poker to high-stakes events like the Big One for One Drop, these games have attracted some of the best poker players in the world, each vying for a chance to take home millions in winnings. So, let's dive in and explore the biggest payouts in poker history.

1. Bryn Kenney - $20,563,324: In August 2019, Bryn Kenney won the Triton Million for Charity event in London, taking home the largest payout in poker history.
2. Justin Bonomo - $16,966,448: Justin Bonomo won the Big One for One Drop tournament at the 2018 World Series of Poker, earning him the second-largest payout in poker history.
3. Daniel Negreanu - $16,485,343: Daniel Negreanu has won six World Series of Poker bracelets and numerous other tournaments throughout his career, earning him a total of over $16 million in winnings.
4. Erik Seidel - $34,782,751: Erik Seidel has been a legendary poker player active since the 1980s. He has won eight World Series of Poker bracelets and many other high-stakes tournaments, making him one of the most successful players ever.
5. Antonio Esfandiari - $27,096,006: Antonio Esfandiari won the Big One for One Drop tournament at the 2012 World Series of Poker, earning him a record-breaking $18.3 million in winnings.
6. Fedor Holz - $32,556,379: Fedor Holz is a young German poker player who has quickly become one of the most successful players in the game. He has won numerous high-stakes tournaments, including the 2018 World Series of Poker $1 Million Big One for One Drop.
7. Phil Ivey - $31,266,679: Phil Ivey is widely considered one of the best poker players in the world. He has won ten World Series of Poker bracelets and many other tournaments throughout his career.
8. Dan Smith - $36,742,798: Dan Smith is a successful poker player who has won numerous high-stakes tournaments, including the $100,000 buy-in Super High Roller at the 2018 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure.
9. Jason Koon - $31,007,032: Jason Koon is a young American poker player with impressive tournament results in recent years, including several six-figure scores.
10. Jonathan Duhamel - $18,799,131: Jonathan Duhamel won the 2010 World Series of Poker Main Event, earning him $8.9 million and cementing his place in poker history. He has since gone on to win many other tournaments and has accumulated over $18 million in career winnings.