In early February 2025, Brazilian poker player Carlos “S1NISTR0” Rocha achieved a triumphant victory in the prestigious Venom Mystery KO tournament with a $2,650 buy-in and a guaranteed prize pool of $8,000,000. The event attracted 3,519 participants, surpassing the guarantee and reaching an impressive total prize pool of $8,797,500.
Rocha entered the final table as the chip leader with 64 big blinds. Throughout the heads-up stage, he maintained his advantage, controlling the game and leaving no chances for his opponents. A key moment was the elimination of Ukrainian player “Runner114” in 4th place, after which the remaining three finalists—Rocha, Germany’s Daniel “SmilleThHero” Smiljkovic, and Denmark’s Theo “Thelittle200” Arnóldi—agreed to a deal, securing their payouts.
As a result of the deal, Carlos Rocha secured an impressive win of $748,547, including $135,000 in bounty rewards. This victory became the largest of his career. Before this success, he had played over 8,000 tournaments on the PokerKing platform, earning a total profit of around $160,000.
How Did the Final Table Unfold?
The final table of the Venom Mystery KO 2025 tournament was filled with intense battles and strategic decisions. Rocha, thanks to his stack, applied pressure on his opponents, forcing them to take risks. German player Daniel “SmilleThHero” Smiljkovic also displayed confident play but was unable to overcome Rocha’s advantage. Theo “Thelittle200” Arnóldi, who finished in third place, delivered a commendable performance, but the deal ensured that each finalist walked away with a substantial prize.
This victory not only earned Carlos Rocha the biggest win of his career but also elevated his status in the world of online poker. His name is now firmly associated with one of the most significant wins in the Venom Mystery KO series.