Ivan Safarov

Former professional tournament player and poker journalist.

Spent about 8 years as a poker pro, specializing in MTT and SnG. Earned over $2.7M in online cashes. Regular in live series, champion of RPT and BPT tournaments.

An editor by training, he held a job in parallel with his career as a gambler. Former editor-in-chief of Macropoker, now a staff writer for GipsyTeam.

All materials of the author on GipsyTeam:

Honest Guide: Top 5 Best Poker Welcome Bonuses in 2026

Easily find the best poker bonuses in 2026. We’ve ranked the top 5 welcome bonuses, explained the terms, and honestly reviewed each one.
Check Out All WSOP Paradise 2025 Bracelet Winners

Meet the bracelet winners of the World Series of Poker Paradise 2025, see how many millions were won, and get to know the big names that scored this year in the Bahamas.
Xuan Liu: Triton, Loving Poker, Challenges Women Face & Dating

One of the most successful female players, Xuan Liu, spoke on Daniel Cates' podcast about her victory at Triton, her personal life, and the challenges women face at high stakes.