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Aleksejs Ponakovs Poker Bio: Real Name, 2026 Season and Career
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Aleksejs Ponakovs's real name is Aleksejs Ponakovs.
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Aleksejs Ponakovs has quietly built a strong 2026, with 10 final tables on the Card Player tracker. As of Oct 23, 2026, Aleksejs is #20 in the Card Player 2026 POY race with 4,928 points and $7,350,676 in qualifying winnings.
Stats as of Oct 2026 (sources checked Oct 23, 2026).
By the Numbers
- Career live earnings: not re-verified this run; see the Hendon Mob
Real name: Aleksejs Ponakovs
Also known as: none on record
Country: Latvia
Aleksejs in 2026
Card Player's 2026 Overall POY leaderboard has Aleksejs at #20 with 4,928 points, 3 titles and 10 final tables for $7,350,676. On the Global Poker Index, Aleksejs is 17th on the GPI Player of the Year table (Hendon Mob). WSOP Paradise (Dec 3 to 17, 2026) can still change the standings.
Notable Facts
- 3 titles and 10 final tables in Card Player-qualified events in 2026. (Card Player 2026 POY)
FAQ
What is Aleksejs Ponakovs's real name?
Aleksejs Ponakovs's real name is Aleksejs Ponakovs.
Where does Aleksejs Ponakovs rank in 2026?
As of Oct 23, 2026, #20 in Card Player's POY race (4,928 points) and 17th on the GPI Player of the Year table.