Benny Glaser

Benny Glaser, born on June 7, 1989, in Southampton, UK, is a professional poker player known for his exceptional skills in various poker formats. His career began with tournament cashes in England in the mid-2010s, quickly progressing to international recognition. Glaser made his mark in the poker world at the 2015 World Series of Poker (WSOP), where he secured his first bracelet in Event #33: $1,500 2-7 Triple Draw, earning $136,215. This initial success marked the beginning of a distinguished career characterized by consistent high-level performance in both live and online poker circuits. His ability to perform across different game types, particularly mixed games, has become a defining aspect of his professional identity.

His career gained significant momentum in 2016 when he won two WSOP bracelets within a single week. These victories were in Event #26: $1,500 Omaha Hi-Low Split-8 or Better and Event #32: $10,000 Omaha Hi-Low Split-8 or Better Championship, combining for over $650,000 in winnings. Glaser continued to expand his collection of prestigious titles, including a fourth bracelet in 2021 at the $10,000 Razz Championship and a fifth in 2023 at the $10,000 Limit 2-7 Triple Draw Championship. The 2025 WSOP proved to be a particularly notable year for him, as he secured three additional bracelets in the $1,500 Dealers Choice, $1,500 Mixed Omaha, and $2,500 Mixed Triple Draw Lowball events, making him one of only seven players to achieve three bracelets in one summer. His eight WSOP bracelets represent the most by any European player.

Beyond live tournaments, Glaser has achieved significant success in online poker. Playing under the alias “RunGodlike” on PokerStars, he has accumulated an impressive record, including a record 15 World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) titles and 11 Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) titles. His online winnings exceed $1.8 million, complementing his over $7,000,000 in live tournament earnings. A notable achievement includes finishing second in the 2022 WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas for $2.8 million. These achievements highlight his versatility and consistent excellence across the diverse landscape of professional poker, establishing him as one of the most formidable forces and respected players in the game.