Pocket Aces Seal the Deal as Backlund Wins Tallinn Showdown Main Event

Poker action in Northern Europe continues to gain momentum, and the latest stop delivered plenty of highlights. OlyBet Poker successfully wrapped up its debut OlyBet Showdown Tallinn, drawing players from across the region for a packed schedule of live and online events.

A Strong Turnout in Estonia

Hosted at the Olympic Park Casino, the festival featured:

• 43 total events

• 29 live tournaments

• Nearly 2,000 entries overall

By the end of the series, a total of €596,867 had been paid out, with over €146,000 awarded in first-place prizes alone (excluding bounty payouts).

Backlund Claims the Main Event Title

The spotlight event of the series, the €1,100 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event was won by Andreas Backlund.

After navigating a competitive field, Backlund secured the title following a heads-up deal, earning €37,148 as the largest payout of the festival.

Not Just One Win

Backlund didn’t stop there.

He also added another trophy to his collection by taking down the €350 No-Limit Hold’em Progressive Bounty event, further cementing his status as one of the standout performers of the series.

Multiple Winners Shine

While Backlund grabbed the headlines, several other players made their mark during the festival:

• Krzysztof Budka led the field with three titles

• Alger Pissarev secured two victories

• Vidar Assersen added two wins

• Marcis Zeltmatis also claimed two titles

Their performances highlight the depth of talent present throughout the festival.

Growing Influence in Northern Europe

With events like the OlyBet Showdown Tallinn, OlyBet Poker continues to establish itself as a major force in the Baltic poker scene.

By combining accessible buy-ins, diverse event formats, and strong player turnout, the operator is steadily expanding its presence across Northern Europe.

Final Thoughts

From strong participation numbers to multiple standout performances, the inaugural OlyBet Showdown Tallinn delivered on all fronts.

And with players like Andreas Backlund leading the charge, the region’s poker scene shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.