Titan Poker Team - Eugen Gout

Name: Eugen Gout

Country: The Netherlands

Eugen Gout is feeling great about being the first person from the Netherlands to have won the 6-month sponsorship contract with Titan Poker. He describes himself as a very easy going person and looks forward to playing in Dublin at the Irish Open.

Well done! You're officially the best Titan Poker tournament player in your country! How do you feel?

I feel great about being the first person in my country to have won the 6-month sponsorship contract with Titan Poker.

What do you like to do when your not playing poker?

I work as a manager of a cafe and have recently started an internet company with my friends.

What's your educational background?

I have a M.A.V.O (Junior Secondary Education).

How long have you been playing poker and how did you get started?

I have been playing 5 card draw for about 10 years and Texas Hold’em for 3 years.

What's your biggest win so far either live or online?

I won a satellite tournament to the APT Manila and $14,000 from a $50,000 guaranteed tournament.

What's your poker philosophy?

Be patient and aggressive.

What's your life philosophy?

Always do good and good things will come your way.

How would you describe yourself?

I am a very easy going person.

What's your favourite music/movie?

I like all kinds of music, but I love soul the most. My favourite movie is Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.

Which poker player do you aspire to be most like and why?

No one in particular, I play my own game.

Do you prefer online or live tournaments and why?

I like both because at live events you can size up your opponents and online you can earn money in the comfort of your own home.

Any key moments you remember from the Titan Team Country Final Tournament?

When there were four players left, I took out the other two and my stack was five times bigger than the runner up. This was the moment that I knew I had a very good chance to win.

Which tournament/country is first on your list as a new Titan Team member and why?

I look forward to playing in Dublin at the Irish Open and at the LAPT Punta del Este in Uruguay.

What do you plan to do with the prize money from each tournament if you win?

I am going to take care of my mother who recently retired and donate 10% of my winnings to charity.

Any advice to other players hoping to be a part of the Titan Team?

The best way to learn the game is to keep playing a lot of hands at Titan Poker.

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Read Eugen's March LAPT Punta del Este 2009 Blog