Peter Eastgate

— Chip count: 18,375,000

— Age 22

— From Odense in Denmark

— Professional Poker Player

— High school graduate, no college

— Paid cash to enter

Danish player Eastgate
qualified for the Main Event
through Ladbrokes and is
a professional player who’s
managed to accumulate
18,375,000 in chips. The
Series has been a steady
grind for Eastgate, with few
chances taken. Once home,
he says, ‘I’ll be preparing
for November.’