Several Finnish players reached the final tables in both No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha events. Among the standout performers was Mikko Lehtinen, who clinched the Main Event title, earning a massive €1.2 million payout after a gruelling heads-up battle that lasted over three hours.
Not far behind was Anni Väyrynen, the rising star from Espoo, who finished third in the High Roller event, pocketing €540,000—her highest live earnings to date.
Record Participation from Finland
This year’s Spring Poker Championship saw a record 118 Finnish entries, a 35% increase from last year. Organisers attributed the rise to the country’s growing online poker scene and recent sponsorship deals with top Nordic operators.
Many of the players qualified through satellites hosted by Scandinavian online casino platforms, with several first-timers making deep runs in the tournament.
Team Finland: A Rising Force in European Poker
The success at the Championship has sparked a wave of excitement among Finnish poker fans, with commentators calling it a “new golden era” for the nation’s poker scene.
Finnish coach and former pro Tomi Nurminen commented:
“We’ve always had strong tactical players, but this new generation combines maths, composure, and boldness. It’s a proud moment for Finnish poker.”
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What’s Next for the Champs?
Many of the top Finnish performers are expected to appear at the upcoming EPT Tallinn and WSOP Europe events later this year. With their recent performances, expectations are higher than ever.
Stay tuned as Finland’s poker elite continue to prove they’re a force to be reckoned with on the world stage.