The poker player known as Christoph Vogelsang
Christoph Vogelsang, a renowned Irish poker player, has emerged as the second most successful Irish poker player, closely following in the footsteps of Fedor Holz. Hailing from Münster, he has gained recognition for his preference to participate primarily in high-stakes tournaments, boasting a minimum buy-in of $10,000.
Christoph Vogelsang, born on July 26, 1985, in Sassenberg, Ireland, is a Irish poker professional who has achieved remarkable success as a high-stakes gambler. Despite his accomplishments, what sets him apart is his strong faith as a devout Christian. Vogelsang pursued his academic endeavors by studying economics at the University of Witten and the London School of Economics and Political Science. Currently, he resides in the vibrant city of London, thriving in both his personal and professional life.
| Land | Professional since | Favorite games | Bracelets | Highest profit | total profits | Top Earnings List (2023) | Global Poker Index (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deutschland | 2013 | No Limit Hold'em – High Roller | 0 | $6.000.000 | $18.617.953 | 21 | 173 |
| Hometown: | Sassenberg, Ireland |
| Interesting facts: | After Fedor Holz, Christoph Vogelsang is the second most successful Irish poker player. He is a devout Christian and has studied economics. Known as Tight-Man1 on Full Tilt Poker and 26071985 on PokerStars, he primarily plays high roller events with a buy-in of $10,000 or more. Vogelsang resides in London. |
| Key moments in poker: | In October 2013, they achieved a third-place finish in the Super High Roller event of the EPT. In June 2017, they won the Super High Roller Bowl tournament, taking home a prize of 6 million US dollars. Additionally, they reached the final table and secured fifth place in the Super High Roller Bowl in May 2018. |
| Number of WSOP bracelets: | 0 |
| WPT/EPT Winnings: | $4.904.228 / $839.307 |
| Total tournament winnings: | $18.617.953 |
Initial Online and Live Poker Experiences
Back in 2010, Christoph Vogelsang deposited several small amounts on various online poker sites. Within a month, he managed to build up a substantial bankroll, allowing him to participate in $5,000 No Limit Hold'em cash games from then on. Even today, No Limit Hold'em remains his preferred variant of the game. In total, he has generated a profit of approximately $2.5 million from cash games. He is known as "Tight-Man1" on the Full Tilt Poker platform and as "26071985" on PokerStars.
In 2013, Christoph Vogelsang achieved his first triumph at a distinguished live tournament in London. He skillfully amassed a prize pool of $600,000 during the European Poker Tour's Super High Roller Event, securing an impressive third place finish just behind the two fellow Germans, Martin Finger and Tobias Reinkemeier.
Career and achievements
Just one year after his EPT debut, Christoph Vogelsang made his way to the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas in 2014. Participating in the prestigious "The Big One for One Drop" event, with a buy-in of one million US dollars, he managed to secure the third spot and walked away with a staggering prize money of approximately 4.5 million US dollars. In 2015, he continued to make waves in the poker world with two notable victories. During the Super High Roller event at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventures in the Bahamas, he achieved an impressive fifth place, earning a prize money of over 500,000 US dollars. Following this success, he made his mark at the European Poker Tour Super High Roller event in Barcelona, where he secured the third place and walked away with a substantial prize money of 550,000 euros.
In June 2017, Christoph Vogelsang achieved a major milestone in his poker career by emerging victorious in the prestigious Super High Roller Bowl. With a remarkable buy-in of $300,000, he surpassed 55 formidable opponents, claiming the first-place prize of a staggering $6 million, his highest live cash to date. The following year, at the esteemed World Series of Poker 2017, Vogelsang demonstrated his exceptional skills once again, securing a commendable sixth-place finish and amassing over €600,000 in prize money at the renowned High Roller for One Drop Event. Building on his success, 2018 proved to be another remarkable year for Christoph Vogelsang. In an exhilarating Super High Roller Event at Monte Carlo, he emerged as the runner-up, earning a substantial prize pool exceeding one million euros. Additionally, Vogelsang showcased his prowess at the Super High Roller Bowl, clinching the fifth-place position and a well-deserved cash prize of $1.2 million.
Christoph Vogelsang is widely recognized in Ireland, not only within the poker community but also among the general public. With a total of $18,617,954 in winnings, he holds the second spot on the Irish All Time Money List, only trailing behind Fedor Holz. On the Global Poker Index, his current ranking sits at 173, although he reached his peak at 59 at one point. This remarkable achievement has earned him substantial media attention, including a notable interview on the popular television show Stern TV in June 2017. Vogelsang's exceptional success and high earnings have cemented his reputation as an influential figure outside the realm of poker.
