The Grinder Adds Another to the Collection
Michael Mizrachi — long known on the tournament circuit as The Grinder — has claimed his ninth World Series of Poker bracelet, taking down the $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Championship on Monday night. The victory cements his status as one of the most decorated players in WSOP history and reignites conversations about where he ranks among the all-time greats.
Nine and Counting
Nine bracelets puts Mizrachi in rarefied air. For context, only a tiny handful of players have ever reached double digits, and each additional bracelet at this level requires navigating some of the sharpest fields the WSOP puts together. The $10K PLO Championship, in particular, consistently draws a high concentration of elite high-stakes and mixed-game specialists — making a wire-to-wire or late-stage dominant run all the more impressive.
What Makes This Win Stand Out
The headline teases a characteristically bold piece of bravado from Mizrachi, who reportedly suggested heads-up play might not take long — and then apparently backed it up at the table. That kind of confident energy has defined his career; he doesn't just play the cards, he plays the moment.
A Living WSOP Legacy
With nine bracelets now in hand, Mizrachi's career arc is worth stepping back to appreciate:
- Multiple bracelet wins across different poker formats
- A reputation for deep runs in high-roller and championship-level events
- Consistent presence at the WSOP final tables year after year
For the broader poker community, this result is a reminder that sustained excellence over decades — not just a single breakout series — is what separates the legends from the one-time champions.
FeltIQ will continue tracking bracelet counts as the 2026 WSOP progresses. Who's next to make a run at history?