Jonathan Guedes, 27, Sao Paulo, Brazil, PokerStars Online Qualifier – 1,900,000
Jonathan Guedes, a 27-year-old professional poker player from São Paulo, Brazil, predominantly plays online, making his final table appearance at the EPT Monte Carlo particularly notable as only his second live tournament cash. His first was a minor win at a BSOP event.
This trip to Monte Carlo is part of Guedes' first international journey, initially planned with his fiancée Fernanda. The couple started their travels in Germany, but after Guedes won a Silver Pass through the PokerStars Power Path, he decided to participate in the FPS in Monaco. His luck continued as he won a €250 online satellite on PokerStars, securing a full EPT package and extending their European adventure.
Having started playing poker only in 2018 and turning professional by 2019, Guedes' rise in the poker world has been swift. He now stands on the brink of becoming only the second EPT Main Event champion from Brazil, an impressive feat given his relatively short but successful poker career.