Benjamin Rolle, known online as bencb789, has made waves in the poker world as both a player and coach. With over $35 million in online winnings, this German poker player has transitioned from crushing high-stakes games to mentoring the next generation of talent through his Raise Your Edge training program. With over 100,000 users around the world, his program is definitely one of the leaders in the space.

Let’s talk more about who Benjamin Rolle (bencb789) is and what he’s doing in the poker world right now.

Today, Ben Rolle lives and works in Austria

Born on February 3, 1989, in Cottbus, Germany, Ben Rolle showed a competitive streak from an early age. He played regional football and excelled in Counter-Strike before discovering poker. Rolle's journey in poker began in 2008 with Sit & Go tournaments, where he earned over $24,000 in his first few years. Under the nickname “bencb789,” he registered at the now-closed Full Tilt Poker.

After Full Tilt Poker's closure, Rolle shifted his focus to PokerStars and Multi-Table Tournaments (MTTs). He gained worldwide fame after winning the main event of WCOOP 2016. This success not only brought him over $1,000,000 but also allowed him to launch the Raise Your Edge project, which includes a course on MTT from bencb789 and other materials.

In August 2021, Ben Rolle joined Team PokerStars Pro. He recorded an exclusive video course for the PokerStars Learn school. In September 2022, bencb789 announced the end of cooperation. Today, he can be seen more and more often in top tournaments on GGPoker.

This strategic move set the stage for his most significant career achievements and solidified his place among poker's elite.

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PokerStars starting out holding online poker games back in 2001 and now the company is worth over 6 billion dollars. They sponsor a slew of tournaments like the European Poker Tour, UK and Ireland Poker Tour, plus a handful of others. Over the years, PokerStars has remained on top of the online poker industry. They’ve expanded to offer fantastic online casino games and sports betting.
Overview of PokerStars Registration

Rolle's poker career is studded with impressive victories:

  • A staggering $1,172,000 win at the 2016 WCOOP $102K Super High-Roller. Rolle beat Isaac Haxton and Igor Kurganov at the final table and split the prize with Fedor Holz heads-up.
  • $424,850 triumph in the 2021 GGPoker Super MILLION$. bencb789 entered the final table with a small stack, but in 4 hours of intense battle, he outpaced all his opponents, including Nick Petrangelo, to take first place.
  • $393,222 prize at the 2022 GGPoker Sunday Million Super HR. The $25,500 buy-in event attracted 58 players, including Isaac Haxton and Artur Martirosyan. Ben Rolle faced Mikita Badziakouski heads-up: the players did not decide on a winner and made a deal.
On GGPoker, Ben Rolle does not use the nickname bencb789 and plays under his real name
  • $357,739 win in the 2022 GGPoker Super MILLION$. The second victory in a top tournament on Poker came just 18 months after the first success. This time, the play at the final table followed a different scenario: Rolle entered it as the chip leader and did not let go of the advantage.
  • $243,367 score at SCOOP-22 in 2014. First big win at a major tournament. 949 participants fought for the prize pool of $1,898,000. bencb789 reached the top 4 and made a deal with the remaining opponents.
Rolle at a live tournament

These remarkable results have significantly contributed to Ben Rolle's net worth. His online winnings total over $35 million, with a net profit of $4 million in 2024 alone.

Ben Rolle doesn't play live tournaments very often. His best live result is $45,310 for third place at the 2017 PokerStars Championship in Barcelona. He has cashed 10 times at the WSOP, but has yet to reach the final table.

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GGPoker is a Hold’em and Omaha focused site on the Good Game Network. Offering a broad range of playing formats such as Randomised Sit & Gos, All-in or Fold, and 6+ Short Deck as well as fast cash games, and a plethora of tournament series including: GGMasters, Multi Millions and Bounty Hunters.
Overview of GGPoker Registration

Ben Rolle is not only a successful player but also a professional coach who has developed his own training system. In 2016, Rolle launched Raise Your Edge, an online poker training platform that has since become a cornerstone of poker education.

Trainers of the Raise Your Edge project

The project offers:

• Over 100 hours of video content covering theory, math, and practical application

• Professional PAIRRD PRO + ICM application for in-depth analysis

• Hand analysis sessions with experienced coaches

• A private Discord group for mentorship and peer interaction

Ben Rolle's students regularly take high positions in top tournaments. The biggest achievement was Alex Vuillaumier's victory at the 2023 WSOP, which earned him more than $1,100,000.

Raise Your Edge caters to players of all skill levels. Courses range from free beginner content to advanced programs priced up to $20,100, ensuring that every aspiring poker player can find resources tailored to their needs.

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In August 2021, Ben Rolle joined Team PokerStars Pro, creating an exclusive video course for PokerStars Learn. However, this partnership was short-lived, ending in September 2022. Recently, Rolle has been more active in high-stakes tournaments on GGPoker, where he continues to showcase his skills against the world's best and build his net worth.

As online poker continues to evolve, Ben Rolle's influence on the game is likely to grow. Whether he's battling it out in high-stakes games or developing new training content, his passion for poker and commitment to excellence ensures that he'll remain a central figure in the poker world for years to come.

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