Masters assembling: WSOT 2025 – The Challenge Awaits
The battlefield is set, and the World Series of Trading (WSOT) has already drawn the titans. Several of the most revered traders and industry giants have answered the call, their names now etched onto the early roster. They've boarded the flight to trading greatness, ready to define glory once more.
This is your chance to measure your mettle against them. Learn more about these formidable contenders below.
Hedge Fund Manager, Speerbridge
Silvio Graß
Silvio Grass is a hedge fund manager at Speerbridge. He is a seasoned fund manager, trader, and an investment bank non-executive chairman, with a long and distinguished career in the financial industry marked by strategic leadership and deep market expertise.
"Participating in the World Series of Trading is a thrilling opportunity to prove my skills under pressure, not just against the markets but against the best traders in the DACH region. I embrace the intense challenge as a chance to perfect my decision-making and refine my strategies while pushing my mental and analytical strength."
Fund Manager & Member of the WSOT Legends Club
Aatu Kokkila
Aatu Kokkila provides the trading signal for the THA account at Darwinex. He manages over $20 million in assets under management (AUM) and holds the top position for performance fees generated among more than 80,000 strategies. He leads a team of four, who will demonstrate their skills and strategic expertise at WSOT. Aatu is also a member of the WSOT Legends Club, with a verified 811% live performance over the past 10 years at Darwinex. His work is based on over a decade of live trading in FX and global macro markets, supported by a proprietary database of more than 4,000 market-moving events.
"We look forward to a trading competition that puts real skill and execution to the test. WSOT has the potential to stand apart from the usual hype-driven events by respecting what truly matters in markets — discipline, strategy, and risk."
Retail Trader & Member of the WSOT Legends Club
Silvan Abicht
Silvan Abicht has a live trading performance of 21 023% over the last 10 years, verified by Saxo Bank. He is a self-made superstar trader who is always looking for the next top challenge. Silvan's longstanding career is the perfect example of how discipline, constant adaptation, and an unwavering focus on sound strategies can lead to long-term success in trading.
Head of Research, JFD Brokers
Marcus Klebe
Markus Klebe is a distinguished trading veteran with over 25 years of experience. He currently hosts daily market research shows on YouTube. His career includes roles as an analyst at American Heritage Management Corporation under Heiko Thieme and as Head of Research at JFD Brokers.
A sought-after industry voice, Markus frequently speaks for major firms like Morgan Stanley and Lynx. He also moderates panels at prominent trading events such as WOT Frankfurt and Börsentag München.
"I see the WSOT as a great opportunity to transparently showcase how real trading works when driven by discipline and strategy. My goal is to demonstrate that sustainable market outperformance is not based on luck, but on consistent structure and sound risk management. I believe that every challenge helps us grow — and I’m ready to evolve by pushing my own limits."
Hedge Fund Manager
Lars Gottwik
Lars Gottwik is a former Investment Bank CEO who has overseen more than one billion trades in his career. He is also a prominent speaker at numerous trading shows worldwide, including Finance Magnates London, Asia Trading Summit Shanghai, and WOT Frankfurt.
"From Frankfurt to Shanghai to London, I’ve seen how trading connects the world. WSOT 2025 is the ultimate arena — and I’m stepping in with one goal: out-trade the best."
Co-Founder, Darwinex
Ignacio Colón Bolea
Ignacio Colón is a seasoned trading industry expert who played a key role in Darwinex’s growth, driving business development and trader acquisition. He brings deep expertise in partnerships and scaling trading strategies globally, working closely with both algorithmic and discretionary traders.
"At Darwinex, we’re on a mission to remove the barriers between trading talent and capital, and WSOT aligns perfectly with that vision.
On a more personal note, I’ve known the people behind WSOT for over a decade and they’re among the very few in the industry genuinely committed to doing what’s right for traders, even if it means making less money.
That’s why we’re proud to support and collaborate with them."
Your Seat Among the Masters
Your Name Could Be Here
Have you already made a significant impact in the world of trading? If you are a renowned trader looking for the ultimate stage, join the WSOT ranks now. Your profile could soon be featured here among these legends. Stay tuned, as we will be revealing more confirmed elite participants soon!
Leaderboard
The countdown is on! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our official Leaderboard. You can check it out now to see the categories and prepare, and once the competition officially kicks off, you'll be able to track top performers in real time. Results will be updated once a week, so get ready to see how you stack up against the best as we celebrate skill, strategy, and consistent performance!
Within each category, traders will be ranked by either Net Profit or Calmar Ratio, allowing you to see success from different perspectives. And the excitement doesn't stop there: each week, we'll crown a Weekly Champion, celebrating outstanding performance and putting his strategy in the spotlight.
The competition is just around the corner – prepare to climb the ranks!
Net Profit %
This ranking highlights traders with the highest overall net profit across all traded asset classes. It's the ultimate measure of total financial gain.
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Derivates: Net Profit %
This category showcases traders who have achieved the highest net profit specifically from their trading activities in derivatives like futures and options.
| rank | name | Net Profit | Country | Broker |
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| 1. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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| 2. | Firstname Lastname | 250 | |
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Stocks: Net Profit %
This ranking features traders who have generated the highest net profit exclusively from their stock trading activities. It's a pure measure of equity trading success
| rank | name | Net Profit | Country | Broker |
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| 1. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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| 2. | Firstname Lastname | 250 | |
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| 4. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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Calmar Ratio
The Global Calmar Ratio ranking identifies traders with the most consistent, risk-adjusted returns across all assets. A higher Calmar Ratio indicates superior performance relative to max drawdown.
| rank | name | Calmar Ratio | Country | Broker |
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| 1. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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| 2. | Firstname Lastname | 250 | |
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Derivates: Calmar ratio
Here, we recognize traders demonstrating the best risk-adjusted performance within the derivatives market. A strong Calmar Ratio signifies steady returns with controlled risk.
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| 1. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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| 2. | Firstname Lastname | 250 | |
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Stocks: CALMAR RATIO
This ranking identifies traders with the most consistent and risk-efficient performance in stock trading. It highlights those who achieve solid returns while managing drawdowns effectively.
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| 1. | Firstname Lastname | 300 | |
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WSOT Legends Club
In every era, a few rise above the rest.
They don’t just trade—they conquer. They don’t chase glory—they define it.
The WSOT Legends Club is where history is written.
An exclusive circle for those who’ve defied the odds, outplayed the best, and left their mark on the battlefield of global trading.
Invitations aren’t given. They’re earned—through brilliance, resilience, and a performance the world can’t ignore.
Legends are immortalized through global features, exclusive mentorships, and a voice that echoes across the industry.
Welcome to the final tier.
Win. Rise. Become a Legend.
Aatu Kokkila
Fund Manager
From Macro Research to Fund Management
Aatu Kokkila, the first WSOT Legends Club member, has dedicated 12 years to trading and researching macroeconomic events. He evolved from a retail trader into a prominent figure in news events driven macro trading.
His expertise led him to manage a UCITS hedge fund after successfully providing trading signals for his 'Thales' strategy on Darwinex.
Today, Aatu leads a team of four at his own trading research company, applying his vast experience and trading acumen to systematic analysis and effective strategy implementation.
Traded Asset Classes: Forex, Indices, Commodity CFDs
Time Period: 01/2015 - 5/2025
Net Profit: 811%
Max Drawdown: -14,47%
Calmar-Ratio: 1.62
Broker: Darwinex
Silvan Abicht
Retail Trader
From Banking Halls to Trading Mastery
Silvan Abicht's journey, which began as a bank clerk in 1994, showcases his disciplined and adaptable approach to trading. Following the 2000/2001 market crash, he shifted to a structured, systematic method, transitioning to full-time Forex trading with Saxo Bank by 2010.
Major losses from events like Fukushima and the 2015 Swiss Bank event led to a complete strategy overhaul, resulting in significantly lower drawdowns since 2016. Abicht advocates for responsible, long-term trading over quick gains, a philosophy supported by his impressive, audited 10‒year track record.
Traded Asset Classes: Forex, Stocks
Time Period: 11/2015 - 5/2025
Net Profit: 21 023%
Max Drawdown: -4%
Calmar-Ratio: 18.92
Broker: Saxo Bank
Fully audited and verfied by Saxo Bank AG Switzerland
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