In a career‑defining triumph, Michael Mizrachi has won the 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event, earning $10 million and securing his eighth WSOP bracelet at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. The victory cements Mizrachi as the first player ever to capture both the $50K Poker Players Championship and the Main Event in the same year — a feat widely hailed as poker’s ultimate double crown.
A Historic Double and Immediate Hall of Fame Induction
Earlier in the summer, Mizrachi claimed his record‑setting fourth title in the prestigious $50K Poker Players Championship. His Main Event win completed a once‑unthinkable sweep, prompting the WSOP to induct him directly into the Poker Hall of Fame — bypassing the usual nomination process in recognition of an achievement that redefines the standards of poker greatness.
“It feels incredible. To win against a field this tough and claim both titles — I’m proud, grateful, and still wrapping my head around it,” Mizrachi said.
Final Table Fireworks and a Brutal Cooler to Seal the Win
Heads‑up against John Wasnock, Mizrachi leveraged a commanding chip lead and relentless pressure. Early eliminations of Kenny Hallaert and Braxton Dunaway set the tone, and the championship ultimately hinged on a dramatic cooler.
The Deciding Hand
- Wasnock opened to 5M
- Flop: A♠ 9♣ 7♣ — both players checked
- Turn: 4♣ — Mizrachi checked, Wasnock bet 10M, Mizrachi raised to 30M
- Wasnock shoved for 70.5M with A♣ 9♦ (top two pair)
- Mizrachi called with 10♣ 3♣ (made flush)
- River: blank — Mizrachi clinched the title
Wasnock earned $6 million for his runner‑up finish.
Main Event by the Numbers
- Buy‑In: $10,000 No‑Limit Hold’em
- Entrants: 9,735
- Prize Pool: $90.5 million (3rd largest in WSOP history)
Leo Margets also made history, becoming the first woman since 1995 to reach the Main Event final table. She finished 7th for $1.5 million.
Mizrachi’s victory not only elevates his legacy but delivers the kind of story that becomes part of poker folklore.
