Gregg Merkow

Gregg Merkow is an American professional poker player from Plano, Texas, with over $2.2 million in live tournament earnings. Building on his achievements, Gregg won two WSOP Circuit rings at WSOPC Tunica, first in August 2005 and later in January 2006. His biggest live cash came when he won $561,175 along with his first WSOPC ring.

Gregg Merkow: Live Tournament Participation

Gregg Merkow’s first recorded live cash occurred in August 2005 at the WSOPC Tunica. He finished in 1st place in a $10,000 No Limit Hold’em – Championship, winning his best live cash of $561,175.

Then, on January 7, 2006, Gregg made his mark by securing his second ring at the WSOPC Tunica. He won $170,555 in a $500 + 50 No Limit Hold’em.

Just a few days later, on January 16, 2006, Gregg played in the $3,000 + 10 No Limit Hold’em at Gold Strike World Poker Open. He clinched another victory and won $107,635.

In July 2007, Gregg played in a $2,500 No Limit Hold’em Championship at the CEO Poker Tour in Las Vegas. He finished in 2nd place, cashing $91,564.

Fast forward to April 2016. At the Choctaw Poker Series, he earned a prize of $98,925. In this event, Gregg engaged in a $1,500 +120 No Limit Hold’em and finished in 4th place.

In June 2022, Gregg entered in a $600 Pot Limit Omaha – Deep Stack Event #64 at the 53rd WSOP in Las Vegas. He finished in 2nd place, pocketing $123,251.

In July 2024, Gregg competed in a $1,700 No Limit Hold’em – Main Ring Event #18 at the WSOPC Durant. He ended up in 2nd place, earning $168,169.