On July 12th, 2023, Ian Matakis was crowned the World Series of Poker Player of the Year. This prestigious award is given to the player who accumulates the most points in a calendar year by participating in various WSOP events. Matakis, a professional poker player from the United Kingdom, had an incredible year, winning two gold bracelets and finishing in the money in several other events.

Matakis began his WSOP journey in January of 2023, competing in the $10,000 Main Event. He finished in the top 10 and earned himself a hefty payday. He then went on to win his first gold bracelet in the $1,500 No-Limit Hold’em event. This victory was followed by another impressive finish in the $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha High Roller event, where he finished in second place.

In June of 2023, Matakis won his second gold bracelet in the $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em Six-Max event. This victory sealed his fate as the Player of the Year. His impressive run of success throughout the year earned him a total of 4,200 points, which was enough to secure him the title.

Matakis’s win was celebrated by poker fans around the world. He is now one of only a handful of players to have won the Player of the Year award more than once. His success is a testament to his skill and dedication to the game of poker.

The 2023 WSOP was an exciting one for poker fans everywhere. With Matakis’s win, it was certainly one to remember. His impressive run throughout the year earned him the title of Player of the Year and cemented his place in poker history. Congratulations to Ian Matakis on his incredible achievement!