Patrik & Maya Antonius

Patrik Antonius is known as the "Brad Pitt" of poker, but don't let his soft-spoken words and good looks fool you. Patrik Antonius is as killer a shark as there has ever been in the history of poker. He makes the shark in the movie 'Jaws' look like a wimp. Antonius is well documented as one of the biggest winners ever online, having won millions of dollars playing in the biggest games. If anyone can help your game, it is this guy.

Patrik is from Finland, but resides in Monte Carlo permanently. He can be ogled around Vegas playing in the nosebleed cash games or driving balls out on the links. He is known as one of the best heads-up players in the world, and isn't scared to mix it up with the other heads-up specialists. He has been featured on 'High Stakes Poker' over the course of a few seasons and was even involved in the second biggest pot ever on the show.

This avid golfer and cash game pro is also no stranger to the tournament scene. In 2005, Patrik started his tournament career with an incredible run to finish the year. He took down the Ladbrokes Scandinavian Poker Championships, finished 3rd in the PokerStars.net EPT Barcelona event, and he improved on that result at the EPT Baden, taking down his first EPT title. Shortly after during the WPT Bellagio, Patrik won over $1,000,000 when he finished in second place. He lost a horrible suck-out against him heads-up that cost him the title. Since 2005, Antonius has 9 WSOP cashes and over a dozen other cashes in WPT and other high buy-in tournaments around the world.

Patrik is extremely excited the poker strategy video site on pokernews.com and is committed to making it the best he can. Patrik said recently, "In my videos, I am going to analyze my play and explain all the secrets that have helped me win millions of dollars online. I am also excited to see how my game will improve while teaching our members." Antonius will be discussing strategy at varying levels, so you won't need a 7 figure bankroll to get some great insight from this amazing poker player.

Patrik Antonius is one of the most widely recognized players in poker today, and with a record like his, its no wonder. Since taking up poker as a profession in 2002, he's amassed almost $3 million as a result of his skill and aggressive style. While Patrik is clearly a world-class professional, there's more to life for him than just poker. His competitive streak extends well beyond the game - he's still a top-notch tennis player and an avid golfer. Patrick has been living in Las Vegas since January of 2006 with his beautiful fiancee Maya and our new baby girl, Mila. Patrick has now signed with Full Tilt Poker. When he's not dominating the court, the course, or the felt, Patrik spends his personal time with his fiancee Maya and daughter Mila.

Patrik Antonius Poker Achievements
* Over $2.8 Million in Career Tournament Earnings
* 11 WSOP Cash Finishes
* 7 WPT Cash Finishes
* 1 EPT Title