On July 5th, 2020, 22 year-old Leon Sturm made history when he won the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Event #23 High Roller with a $50,000 buy-in. He walked away with a staggering $1,546,024 in prize money. This is the largest single tournament win of Sturm’s career and the largest win for any player under the age of 23 in WSOP history.

Sturm is a professional poker player from Germany who has been playing the game since he was 18. He has been playing in tournaments since he was 20 and has had some success, but nothing like this. He has cashed in several tournaments, including a $25,000 No Limit Hold’em event at the 2019 WSOP Europe where he finished in 4th place for $109,914.

In the Event #23 High Roller, Sturm faced off against a field of 66 players, including some of the best players in the world. After two days of play, he emerged victorious and became the youngest player to ever win a WSOP High Roller event. He defeated American pro David Peters heads-up to take home the title and the first-place prize money.

Sturm’s win is an impressive accomplishment for someone so young. It shows that he has the skill and determination to compete with some of the best players in the world and come out on top. It also shows that age is no barrier to success in poker.

Sturm’s win is a great example of what can be achieved with dedication and hard work. He has worked hard to become one of the best players in the world and his win is a testament to his skill and dedication. He is sure to be an inspiration to other young players who are looking to make their mark in the poker world.

Leon Sturm’s win in the WSOP Event #23 High Roller is an incredible accomplishment and one that will be remembered for years to come. He has shown that age is no barrier to success in poker and that hard work and dedication can pay off in a big way. Congratulations to Leon Sturm on his historic win!