Like something out of a fairy tale, Steven Iglesias’ story has become a source of inspiration and amazement. Over the past 10 years, he…
Like something out of a fairy tale, Steven Iglesias’ story has become a source of inspiration and amazement. Over the past 10 years, he has demonstrated incredible resilience and inner strength despite nearly complete blindness.
Known as “BlindGuy789,” Steven Iglesias has become a recognized poker streamer, choosing his nickname for a reason. Battling a rare inherited genetic disorder – Leber’s optic neuropathy, he has almost completely lost his ability to see.
Enter Daniel, who became his faithful companion. Meeting in 2014, they became not only friends but also partners in poker. Together, they stream their games and even participate in offline tournaments. Their Twitch channel has gained popularity, boasting over 7,500 subscribers.
On Steven’s birthday, they decided to do a special stream. And on this day, “BlindGuy789” gave himself a wonderful gift by winning a tournament and earning $12,855. This victory marked an incredible success, and numerous congratulations poured in that evening.
2023 was truly a breakthrough year for the Norwegian poker player. His achievements are astounding: initially investing $500 in one poker room, he grew his bankroll to $35,000, and in another case, increased his profit from $2,600 to $110,000. This year, he also broke his personal record by winning the WPT EveryOne for One Drop offline tournament and receiving $35,500.
