Martirosian Makes His Presence Felt at the WSOP Main Event
The 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event is well underway at the Rio in Las Vegas, and one name is already standing out from the field: Artur Martirosian. The Russian pro has built what's being described as a monster stack, putting him among the early chip leaders and making him a player to watch as the tournament progresses toward its money bubble and beyond.
Why Martirosian Matters
Martirosian is no stranger to deep runs in high-profile tournaments. Known for his aggressive, technically sharp style, he has accumulated a formidable live tournament résumé over the past several years. A deep run — or better yet, a final table — at the WSOP Main Event would represent the crowning achievement of his career so far and further cement his reputation as one of Europe's premier tournament players.
The Pick 3 Angle
PokerOrg's Pick 3 fantasy contest for the WSOP Main Event is also tracking the action in real time, with a live leaderboard displaying both actual and projected scores for each user's selected trio of players. Martirosian's early chip accumulation makes him a compelling pick for anyone still eligible to submit or adjust their roster — his stack already translating into meaningful fantasy points.
What to Watch
- Stack depth: A big Day 1 or Day 2 stack doesn't guarantee a cash, but it dramatically improves a player's ability to apply pressure and navigate the field.
- Field size: The WSOP Main Event routinely attracts thousands of entries, meaning even chip leaders face a long road to the final table.
- Momentum: Players who accumulate chips early often set the narrative tone for the tournament — Martirosian is already writing his.
Keep an eye on the PokerOrg leaderboard for live updates as the Main Event field continues to whittle down.