Christoph Vogelsang is a German poker player who hails from Sassenberg, Munster, but who resides in London, United Kingdom. He currently sits second on the German all-time money list with over $45 million in career earnings.
Christoph Vogelsang Background
Born on July 26, 1985, Vogelsang is recognized as one of the most analytical minds in poker. He pursued a rigorous academic path, studying economics at Witten/Herdecke University before earning a degree from the London School of Economics (LSE).
Vogelsang transitioned into poker around 2010, rapidly ascending from small online deposits to high-stakes cash games. Vogelsang’s career is defined by his modern day dominance on the Super High Roller circuit.
Christoph Vogelsang Poker History
He first gained notoriety online under the aliases "Tight-Man1" (Full Tilt) and "26071985" (PokerStars). His live breakout occurred in 2014 when he finished third in the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop for $4.48 million. His most prestigious achievement remains winning the 2017 Super High Roller Bowl for $6,000,000.
In October 2023, Vogelsang wrote his own "chip and a chair" story with his first Triton title. He defeated 120 entrants in the $100,000 No-Limit Hold'em 8-Handed event, part of the Triton Super High Roller Series in Monte-Carlo
In late 2025, won his second Triton title with victory at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Main Event in Jeju, earning $4,099,975.
Christoph Vogelsang Top 5 Poker Cashes
| Results | Date | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2017 | $300,000 Super High Roller Bowl | 1st | $6,000,000 | |
| July 2014 | $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop (WSOP) | 3rd | $4,480,001 | |
| Sept 2025 | $100,000 Triton Main Event Jeju | 1st | $4,099,975 | |
| Oct 2023 | $106,000 Triton Monte Carlo | 1st | $2,644,000 | |
| March 2025 | $125,000 Triton Jeju Seven Max | 2nd | $2,456,445 |
Wealth - What is Christoph Vogelsang’s Net Worth?
While exact figures remain private, Christoph Vogelsang’s net worth is estimated to be between $20 million and $30 million. This valuation is supported by his $45,948,990 in lifetime live tournament winnings as of early 2026. Additionally, his online career generated over $2.5 million in tracked profits. While high-stakes players often have "swaps" or backers, Vogelsang’s consistent presence at the highest levels and his history as a successful online cash game pro suggest a substantial personal bankroll. His wealth is primarily comprised of liquid tournament winnings and high-stakes cash game earnings.
Christoph Vogelsang Controversies
Excessive Tanking and Pace of Play
Vogelsang is frequently criticized for taking an exceptionally long time to make decisions, also known as tanking. During the 2022 WSOP $25,000 Heads-Up event, his slow play drew significant backlash from peers like Scott Seiver and Lex Veldhuis, who labeled the behavior "pathetic" and detrimental to the game’s broadcast appeal.
