Michael Gathy

Michael Gathy is a Belgian professional poker player and coach from Brussels who currently resides in St. Julian’s, Malta. He has accumulated earnings exceeding $4.8M from live tournaments, with his highest live cash totaling $598K. Micheal Gathy has won 4 WSOP bracelets, achieving his first at the 43rd WSOP in June 2012.

Gathy coaches at Pure Poker Coaching, they offer different coaching levels based on what players already know. Subscriptions cost between €28 and €289 per month and include clear tips to help players improve their gameplay effectively.

Michael Gathy: Early Life

Michael Gathy, originally from Brussels, was studying medicine when he discovered poker. As he delved deeper into the game, starting with just $50 online and reading articles to understand it, he eventually decided to quit medical school and fully commit to pursuing a career in poker.

Gathy: Live Tournament Participation

Gathy’s first recorded live cash occurred in September 2011. He finished 2nd in a $500 + 50 No Limit Hold’em at the Winamax Poker Open in Dublin cashing for $74,174.

Following Gathy’s participation, on June 10th, 2012, he secured his first WSOP bracelet at the 43rd World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. Taking part in a $1,000 No Limit Hold’em Event #21, winning $440,829.

On June 21st, 2016, Micheal secured his 3rd bracelet at the 47th WSOP. He played in a $5,000 No Limit Hold’em Six-Handed (Event #35) winning $560,843.

Shortly after, on June 27th, 2016, Gathy placed 2nd in the WSOP $10,000 2-7 Triple Draw Lowball Event #47 and cashed $197,838.

On December 20th, 2021, he achieved his highest live cash of $598,900 in a $50,000 No Limit Hold’em at the 2021 PGT PokerGO Tour Championship.

Gathy took part in a $10,000 + 400 No Limit Hold’em Event #27 at the WPT Five Diamond World Poker Classic in Las Vegas. He placed 3rd and securing a cash prize of $505,000.

Gathy on Online Tournament

Gathy’s winning streak continued in September 2020 when he participated in the $500 No Limit Hold’em The Closer Event #85. He secured his 4th bracelet at the WSOP hosted by GGPoker, cashing $260,504.

Gathy’s other Major Achievements

• 1st Belgian Poker Series €1,700 No Limit Hold’em in December 2011 ($233,645)
• 1st 44th WSOP $1,000 No Limit Hold’em – Turbo Event #34 in June 2013 ($278,613)
• 1st Aussie Millions Poker Championship A$2,250 + 250 8 Game Mixed Event #7 in January 2019 ($41,794)

Conclusion

Michael Gathy, originally from Brussels, has made a significant mark in the world of poker with earnings exceeding $4.8M from live tournaments. His achievements include four WSOP bracelets, earned through his skill and dedication to the game since his debut in 2012. Beyond his own success, Gathy contributes to the poker community as a coach at Pure Poker Coaching, helping players improve their gameplay effectively.