Former Cerro Porteño Player Hernán Novick Wins Big in Elite Poker Tournament

Hernán Novick, a name familiar to Paraguayan football fans from his stints with Guaraní, Cerro Porteño, and Sol de América, has once again captured attention, this time on the poker circuit. The 37-year-old Montevideo native has secured a substantial prize, finishing fifth in a high-stakes poker tournament held in the Brazilian beach resort town of Camboriú. This achievement places him among the elite of the 743 participants in the Ksop Camboriú event.

Novick's return to the poker tables has proven lucrative. He pocketed a sum of 270,000 Brazilian reais, equivalent to approximately $52,430 USD. This is not his first foray into high-stakes poker; he had already gained recognition for winning a significant prize in the card game before embarking on his professional football career. This victory signifies a successful transition back to his "old love" after hanging up his football boots.

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Ya con los botines colgados, Novick volvió a su “viejo amor”, logrando la nada despreciable suma de 270.000 reales, unos 52.430 dólares (319.640.000 guaraníes) por haber ocupado la quinta posición en el Ksop Camboriú, evento de póker de élite del que intervinieron 743 jugadores.

For followers of Paraguayan football, Novick is remembered for his contributions on the field. Between 2017 and 2020, he played a considerable number of games and scored goals for various clubs. His ability to excel in both professional sports and high-stakes competitive games speaks to his versatility and determination. This poker win is a noteworthy chapter in his post-football career, demonstrating that his competitive spirit remains as strong as ever.

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Antes de llegar al fútbol profesional, el montevideano de 37 años, Hernán Novick, ya había saltado a la fama al adjudicarse un millonario botín en el póker, en el juego de las cartas.