PokerStars has welcomed Brazil’s first WSOP Champion, South American Poker Pro Alexandre Gomes, into the fold of professional poker players and world champions that make up Team PokerStars Pro.

“Alexandre is a fantastic addition to the world champions of Team PokerStars Pro. Through a mix of card playing skills and competitive spirit, he has exploded on the poker circuit and we believe he will continue to be a player to watch.” said Andre Akkari, Team PokerStars Pro.

Born in Curitiba, Brazil, 25 yr old Gomes trained as a lawyer graduating in 2005 and becoming a partner at a corporate law office in his home city.