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American (United States citizen) with Israeli heritage
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Born (date and place of birth)
January 5, 1981, Miami, Florida, USA
Residence (current location)
Hollywood, Florida, USA
Education (institution, specialization)
Attended college with pre-medical studies before dropping out; no higher degree completed
Children (number, ages)
Information about children is private unless shared in public interviews; many poker professionals choose not to publicize their family details for privacy and safety
Year started playing poker
Began playing poker professionally around early 2000s, with first major tournament results recorded in 2004
Age when started playing
Started playing poker seriously around age 20
Year turned professional
Transitioned to full-time professional poker player in early 2000s, after dropping out of college
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
2005, WPT L.A. Poker Classic, winning $1,859,909
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
Introduced and mentored in poker by his older brother, Robert Mizrachi
First important tournament
First major tournament appearance came in early 2000s; most professionals begin with small local or online events before rapid ascent
Main motivation for turning pro
Motivated by potential poker earnings and excitement, he left medical studies to pursue a lucrative professional poker career
Initial bankroll
Starting bankrolls for emerging professionals typically come from personal savings, small tournament winnings, or informal backing, before first major score
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Learned through experience, mentoring from brother Robert, and high-volume tournament play; most top professionals improve via study, peer review, and database/statistical analysis
First sponsor/backing
First prominent sponsorships often come after significant tournament wins; specifics of initial sponsor rarely disclosed unless company announcement is made
Total live tournament winnings
Over $20,985,514 in live tournament earnings as of July 2025
Number of tournament wins
Multiple major live tournament victories including 8 WSOP bracelets, several WPT events, and other major circuit titles
Number of final tables
Dozens of final table appearances across WSOP, WPT, and other major circuits
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
$10,000,000 for winning the 2025 WSOP Main Event
WSOP bracelets (number)
8 WSOP bracelets, including 4 in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship and one Main Event
WSOP cashes (number)
50+ WSOP cash finishes throughout career
WSOP final tables
Multiple final tables including Main Event and mixed game championships; professionals reaching 8 bracelets typically surpass 15+ final tables
Best WSOP Main Event result
1st place, 2025 WSOP Main Event; previously final tabled in 2010
Super high roller results ($100K+)
Regular participation in super high roller events is common for top professionals, with occasional final tables and deep runs but fewer outright wins due to limited field sizes
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
High roller wins include $50k Poker Players Championships and other high buy-in mixed game events
Online tournament winnings
Top-tier professionals regularly accrue online tournament scores, though specific totals may not be publicly disclosed unless verified on reporting platforms
Major online titles
Occasionally wins major online tournament series; most renowned for live performance
Poker team
Not currently tied to a reported team or stable; many elite professionals operate independently unless on a formal sponsor’s pro team
Main cash game limits
Regularly plays high stakes mixed games with limits from $100/$200 to $400/$800 and higher, especially during major live series
Highest stakes played
Has played in high-stakes games up to $400/$800+ limits, as seen in televised events and “Big Game” sessions
Notable high stakes sessions
Played in notable televised cash games, including “High Stakes Poker” and private mixed games during WSOP
"Big Game" participation
Participated in the “Big Game” during WSOP and Bobby’s Room/Legends Room sessions at Bellagio
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Public estimates vary, but tournament earnings are verified; cash game profits for elite pros can range into millions but are rarely fully documented
Country ranking
Top-ranked or near-top among American professional poker players by tournament earnings and prestige
All Time Money List position
Top 25 on the All Time Money List as of 2025
Tournament ROI (if known)
Tournament ROI for elite professionals often exceeds 100% over long sample sizes, especially during years with multi-million dollar wins
Average tournament win
Average tournament cash amount is in the six-figure range with large top prizes skewing the mean upward
ITM percentage
Typical in-the-money percentage for elite live MTT professionals ranges 12–18% over hundreds of events
Final table percentage from cashes
Final table percentage for top-tier pros is commonly 3–7% of total cashes, higher in specialized mixed game disciplines
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Best performing years include 2010, 2012, 2018, and especially 2025; rare down years are mitigated by deep mixed games and side events
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Mixed games specialist, with strengths in HORSE, 8-Game, NLHE, and PLO
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Excels in live tournaments, mixed cash games, and high roller events; less focused on online play
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Adept at both full-ring and 6-max formats, with experience in heads-up during final stages
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
Widely known for skill in NLHE, PLO, HORSE, 8-Game, and other mixed disciplines
Specialization limits
Optimal results in $10K+ buy-in events and high-stakes mixed cash games
Online rooms where plays
Top professionals often play on PokerStars, GGPoker, and formerly Full Tilt for special events
Favorite casinos/locations
Frequently plays at Bellagio (Las Vegas), WSOP venues, Seminole Hard Rock (Florida), and international WSOP/WPT destinations
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Characterized as aggressive, adaptable, and relentless — origin of “The Grinder” nickname
Known for bluffs/traps
Renowned for well-timed aggression, strong pressure plays, and advanced bluffing in critical tournament spots
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Utilizes a blend of intuition, experience, and evolving mathematical strategy balanced across formats
Style adaptability
Extremely adaptable to table dynamics, format, and opponent skill sets, as proven by mixed game victories
Playing strengths
Mixed game proficiency, deep tournament strategy, fearless aggression, and consistent long-term results
GTO strategy usage
Integrates modern Game Theory Optimal concepts with live tells and strategic exploitative play
Poker software usage
Most elite professionals utilize analysis software (such as solvers) for hand review, training, and post-session study
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Frequent poker TV presence on WSOP broadcasts, ESPN featured tables, High Stakes Poker, and Poker After Dark
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
Appeared on “High Stakes Poker” Season 2 and subsequent episodes
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
Appeared on “Poker After Dark” in featured cash and tournament episodes
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Occasionally featured in major poker documentaries and WSOP highlight films, as is common for well-known professionals
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Profiled by PokerNews, CardPlayer, ESPN, and major publications; interviews standard for top professionals after major wins
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Regular guest on top poker podcasts after significant tournament performances; elite pros often share insights on strategy and career
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
Many modern pros create poker content, but no dedicated podcast channel is tied to Michael Mizrachi as of 2025
Facebook (account link)
Details not publicly promoted; standard for elite players to engage with fans, but many focus on Twitter and Instagram
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
Top-tier pros are often featured on WSOP and PokerGO channels, but do not operate dedicated personal channels
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
Not known as a primary poker Twitch streamer; general trend among older established live-event professionals
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
Elite poker professionals might appear in viral content and event clips, but rarely maintain dedicated TikTok channels
LinkedIn profile (link)
Carry standard professional background on LinkedIn with focus on poker achievements; profiles often maintained for networking
Posting frequency in social media
Posting frequency for elite players increases during live events such as WSOP and WPT, with peak activity during WSOP weeks
Type of content in social media
Shares major tournament results, photo highlights, live event coverage, and key poker insights
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
Sponsorship contracts common after major wins; current sponsors not always publicly named without official press release
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
Historic sponsorships include Full Tilt Poker and other major sites during the peak online era
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Many icons act as ambassadors for WSOP, WPT, or sponsor brands; official roles are typically announced after major bracelet wins
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Many professionals invest winnings in entrepreneurial ventures in and out of poker; specifics available only if publicly announced
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
Top pros regularly invest in poker-related businesses, staking, and coaching, with details varying based on career trajectory
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
Champions regularly offer public or private poker coaching, leveraging mixed-game expertise; platforms include Run It Once, Upswing Poker, or PokerCoaching
Coaching rates (if public)
Coaching rates for high-profile champions typically range $300–$1000+/hr, but terms are usually only disclosed personal inquiry
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
Common for professionals to create educational content including hand breakdowns, but no major published series as of 2025
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
Many WSOP Main Event champions engage in affiliate programs for poker rooms and training platforms
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
Elite professionals sometimes market branded merchandise, with sales channels through personal or third-party platforms
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
No full-length poker book authored by Michael Mizrachi as of 2025
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
Participation in training series common; may guest on other coaches’ content or appear in PokerGO Poker Masters training
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
Industry-standard for major champions to present at seminars, including branded PokerGO or WSOP events
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
Typically work with select students and groups; testimonials often found on poker training platforms
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
Notable students are usually disclosed with permission after major coaching successes
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
Top champions featured in PokerGO and WSOP educational hand analysis
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Interview and tournament recap articles published regularly across PokerNews, CardPlayer, and other top poker sites
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
Professionals sometimes pen columns for CardPlayer or PokerNews, but no standing column known for Mizrachi as of 2025
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
Speaking slots at major industry conferences and poker expos standard for main event champions
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
No major public scandal involving Michael Mizrachi
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
No credible cheating accusations have ever been made or upheld against Michael Mizrachi
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
No documented casino or poker room conflicts
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No widely reported legal proceedings involving Michael Mizrachi
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
No major public disputes with fellow players reported
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No significant tournament rule violations publicly recorded
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
Tax matters for elite professionals are generally private unless resulting in significant public record
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Poker professionals may face stylistic criticism for aggressive play, but no major controversies for Mizrachi
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Professional approach, emphasizing results and focus on performance; responses usually generic if criticism arises
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
Winner of several industry awards for best all-around player; regular honoree following major WSOP wins
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Inducted into Poker Hall of Fame in July 2025
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Widely respected and recognized by poker peers for mixed game dominance and tournament achievement
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Awarded by leading poker publications after WPT and WSOP wins
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Only player to win the $50k Poker Players Championship four times and the WSOP Main Event in same year
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Only player with four $50k Poker Players Championship wins; 2025 WSOP Main Event champion
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Significant contribution to promotion and competitive advancement of mixed game formats
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
Regular participation in charity poker events as is standard for well-known professionals; often raises funds for youth and health causes
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Solidified as one of the most successful and versatile tournament players in modern poker history
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Major influence on prestige and structure of mixed-game events and Poker Players Championship format
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
2025-07-15 | USA | World Series of Poker | Horseshoe/Paris Las Vegas | Main Event | $10,000 | 1 | $10,000,000 | 9,735 | | ||||2025-06 | USA | World Series of Poker | Horseshoe/Paris Las Vegas | $50,000 Poker Players Championship | $50,000 | 1 | $1,331,322 | 95 | | ||||2019-06 | USA | World Series of Poker | Rio Las Vegas | Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo | $1,500 | 1 | $142,801 | 460 | | ||||2018-06 | USA | World Series of Poker | Rio Las Vegas | Poker Players Championship | $50,000 | 1 | $1,239,126 | 87 | | ||||2013-02 | South Africa | WSOP Africa | Emperors Palace | Main Event | $3,300 | 1 | $101,267 | 116 | | ||||2012-06 | USA | World Series of Poker | Rio Las Vegas | Poker Players Championship | $50,000 | 1 | $1,451,527 | 108 | | ||||2011-10 | France | WSOP Europe | Cannes | €10,400 No Limit Hold'em Split Format | €10,400 | 1 | €336,008 | 125 | | ||||2010-06 | USA | World Series of Poker | Rio Las Vegas | Poker Players Championship | $50,000 | 1 | $1,559,046 | 116 | |
WSOP Europe
2011-10 | France | Cannes | €10,400 No Limit Hold'em Split Format | €10,400 | 1 | €336,008 | 125 | |
WSOP Circuit events
2013-02 | South Africa | WSOP Africa | Emperors Palace | Main Event | $3,300 | 1 | $101,267 | 116 | |
WSOP Online events
2024-07 | Online | WSOP Online | | $888 No Limit Hold'em - Crazy 8's Encore | $888 | 1 | $108,815 | | |
Commonly contribute guest analysis on PokerGO, WSOP, and WPT broadcasts