Guilherme Kleist Triumphs in PokerStars Spin & Go Championship Live at EPT Barcelona

According to PokerNews, Brazil’s Guilherme Kleist has proven that his poker skills extend far beyond the virtual felt after capturing the title in the PokerStars Spin & Go Championship Live, played as part of EPT Barcelona 2025.

Kleist is no stranger to Spin & Go tournaments. Having logged hundreds of thousands of these hyper-turbo sit & go events online, he brought both experience and composure to the live arena. His ability to adapt under pressure was on full display during the three-handed final, where he overcame early setbacks to secure the win.

The final featured two Brazilians — Kleist and Joao Nascimento — alongside Poland’s Krystian Lisowski, who had already amassed €20,000 in Spin winnings during the event. With €150,000 set aside for the last stage, the trio struck a deal before play resumed. The arrangement guaranteed each finalist a significant payout, but it was Kleist who eventually claimed the top prize.

The conclusion to the event was anything but straightforward. Nascimento looked dominant in the early stages, winning the first two matches and putting himself in prime position to take the trophy. Lisowski, meanwhile, struggled to get on the board.

Momentum shifted when Kleist notched his first win in Game 3, followed by another victory in Game 4 that tied him with Nascimento at two apiece. After Lisowski exited in fifth-game action, the contest turned into a tense battle between the two Brazilians.

Kleist then staged a dramatic comeback, cracking Nascimento’s aces with king-queen to take the lead. The decisive hand came shortly after, when Kleist’s king-eight overcame Nascimento’s ace-queen, sealing the title in front of an enthusiastic rail.

In addition to the €75,000 first-place prize, Kleist also collected €5,500 in Spin winnings accumulated throughout the tournament, bringing his total haul to more than €80,000.

For Kleist, the victory was about more than just financial reward. “I ran incredibly well throughout the tournament, and of course the prize money matters,” he said afterwards. “But what this win represents is far more important than the money itself.”

Brazil has long been a powerhouse in online poker, producing a steady stream of successful grinders who have translated their skills into live results. Kleist’s victory continues this tradition, highlighting the country’s strength not only online but also on the most prestigious live stages.