Gaëlle Baumann

Gaëlle Baumann, born in 1983 in Strasbourg, France, embarked on her poker journey in 2007. Initially focusing on cash games, she cultivated her skills in this format before transitioning to major live tournaments. Baumann holds a university bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree, showcasing her analytical capabilities prior to her professional poker career. Her entry into the tournament circuit in 2011 marked a significant turning point, leading to a series of notable cashes.

Baumann’s career progression saw a major highlight in 2012 at the World Series of Poker (WSOP). She recorded three cashes, including a 123rd place finish in the $2,500 No-Limit Hold’em event for over $5,000, and a 15th place in the $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em Ladies Championship for nearly $8,000. Her most significant accomplishment came with a 10th place finish in the $10,000 Main Event, where she was eliminated as the final table “bubble girl,” earning almost $600,000. She was also the last woman standing in the 2016 WSOP Main Event, finishing 102nd for $49,108, further solidifying her reputation in the poker world. Her total live earnings exceed $1.4 million across her career.

Further achievements include multiple cashes in European Poker Tour (EPT) events and Winamax tournaments, demonstrating her consistent performance. Baumann has participated in numerous high-profile tournaments globally, such as the PokerStars Championship Bahamas, partypoker World Poker Tour Vienna, and the Marrakech Poker Open. She has consistently ranked among top players, reflecting her sustained presence and success in competitive poker.