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Epicbet Confirms Champion Espen Jørstad as New Poker Ambassador

29 May 2026

Mauritz Altikardes 29 May 2026

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One of the best poker players in the world, Espen Jørstad, joined EpicBet as its new brand ambassador in May 2026. (credit: instagram.com/uhlenpoker/)

Epicbet officially confirmed Espen Uhlen Jørstad as its new poker ambassador, bringing one of the most respected modern world champions into its rapidly growing poker project.

Having already been spotted wearing an Epicbet patch at major live stops, including WSOP, EPT, and Triton events, the Norwegian professional will now formally represent the brand on the live circuit and online when Epicbet Poker joins the iPoker network later this summer.

A Recognizable Face for Epicbet

For Epicbet, securing a player of Jørstad's caliber provides a universally recognizable face precisely as the brand prepares to deepen its footprint in the poker world. For Jørstad, the partnership marks an exciting new chapter with a team he already knows and respects.

I’m thrilled to join Epicbet as a Poker Ambassador. I’ve known the people behind Epicbet for many years, and their experience and integrity perfectly align with my values. I’m confident Epicbet will become a major force in the iGaming industry, and I’m excited to be part of their journey.

The World Champion Pedigree

Jørstad is best known for his monumental victory in the 2022 WSOP Main Event in Las Vegas. Conquering a massive field of 8,663 players, he collected the historic $10,000,000 first-place prize. This feat made him the very first Norwegian player to win the WSOP Main Event. That same breakout summer, he also captured a WSOP bracelet in the $1,000 Tag Team event alongside Patrick Leonard.

Since his historic run, Jørstad has maintained a strong presence in high-level tournament poker, competing across major international festivals and the elite super high roller circuit. His live tournament earnings top the Norwegian all-time poker money list.

Beyond his results, Jørstad has cultivated a reputation as a calm, thoughtful, and approachable figure with deep roots in online poker, streaming, and live grinding.

Thomas Hviid, Head of Poker at Epicbet, highlighted this unique combination of traits:

We couldn't be more excited to announce our partnership with Espen Uhlen Jørstad. As a World Champion who is universally known as sympathetic and friendly, Espen brings both unparalleled skill and passion to the Epicbet family. He is the perfect ambassador for engaging both casual and professional players on our platform.

Who Is Espen Uhlen Jørstad?

Originally from Levanger, Norway, and now based in London, Jørstad studied brewing science at the University of Copenhagen before fully dedicating himself to poker. He initially gained recognition in the online poker world through high-volume play and streaming, building a solid reputation as a dedicated grinder well before his 2022 WSOP breakthrough.

His live tournament earnings exceed $18.5 million, highlighted by the following major scores:

Year	Result	Prize
2022	WSOP Main Event Champion	€10,000,000
2022	WSOP $1,000 Tag Team Champion (with Patrick Leonard)	$74,042 individual share
2021	WSOP Online Main Event, 6th place	€603,058
2026	Poker North Masters & Norwegian Championship Bratislava €880 Main Event, 1st place	€120,000
2025	EPT Barcelona – EPT Super High Roller (Event #23), 4th place	€524,400

What Lies Ahead

Epicbet has announced that players will have the chance to meet Jørstad at its upcoming live events, including the Epicbet Club Championship 2026 at Banco Casino in Bratislava, scheduled for September 16 to 21.

Furthermore, Epicbet Poker is slated to join the iPoker network this summer, moving the brand into a shared liquidity environment. Signing a former WSOP Main Event champion gives Epicbet instant credibility; now, the focus shifts to delivering a robust tournament schedule, software experience, and promotions as the product goes live.