Eliot Thomas

Eliot Thomas

Editor, Poker & Casino
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Eliot Thomas is an Editor, Poker & Casino based in Leeds, UK. Originally from Oxfordshire, he graduated from the University of Leeds in 2021 with a degree in International History and Politics.

He joined PokerNews in spring 2023 and has worked at major events including the European Poker Tour, the World Series of Poker, and the Triton Super High Roller Series. Eliot specializes in casino and poker coverage.

Outside work, he enjoys reading history, attending live music gigs, and watching almost any sport. He also has a particular talent for picking the dealer who always seems to have blackjack.

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