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Brandon Wittmeyer is a highly accomplished American professional poker player and a two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner. Originally from Las Vegas and now a resident of Chicago, Illinois , Wittmeyer is recognized for his technical excellence and a career that spans nearly two decades. A former professional sports bettor, he famously transitioned to the poker felt with immediate success, capturing his first bracelet in 2015. In 2026, Wittmeyer remains a top-tier competitor, coming off a massive 2024-2025 season where he secured his second career bracelet and dominated several high-roller fields.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings now exceeding $3,211,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), Brandon Wittmeyer is currently ranked 19th on the Illinois All-Time Money List. His career reached a historic peak in July 2024 when he won the WSOP Online $5,300 High Roller Championship for $258,375, defeating a field of elite high-stakes regulars to earn his second career bracelet. Proving his versatility, he followed this in 2025 with a victory in the Wynn Summer Classic $25,800 High Roller for a career-best $302,837. Entering 2026, he remains a consistent force on the PokerGO Tour (PGT) and WSOP circuits, with an estimated poker net worth of over $5 million.
Major Tournament Results:
| Year | Event | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Wynn Summer Classic $25,800 High Roller (1st) | $302,837 |
| 2024 | WSOP Online $5,300 High Roller Championship (1st – Bracelet) | $258,375 |
| 2015 | WSOP $1,500 No Limit Hold’em DraftKings 50/50 (1st – Bracelet) | $200,618 |
| 2024 | Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju $50,000 NLHE (3rd) | $182,000 |
| 2025 | WSOP $10,000 NLHE Main Event (330th) | $45,000 |
Biography & Professional Background
Before his transition to professional poker, Brandon Wittmeyer spent years as a professional sports bettor, an experience that gifted him with a unique perspective on variance and risk management. His breakout moment occurred during the 2015 WSOP, where he famously captured his first bracelet in the unique DraftKings 50/50 event. Unlike many who faded after early success, Wittmeyer evolved with the game, successfully moving from mid-stakes tournaments into the world of High Rollers. By 2026, he has become a respected veteran known for his ability to compete across both live and online formats. Beyond the felt, he is regarded as a student of the game, often credited for his disciplined approach to the “grind” of the professional circuit.
Play Style & Strategy
Wittmeyer is renowned for a “highly adaptable and analytically driven” play style. Drawing from his background in sports betting, his greatest technical edge is his expert-level understanding of pot odds and range balancing. Strategically, he is a proponent of maximum efficiency in high-roller structures; while many players struggle with the pressure of $25,000+ buy-ins, Wittmeyer’s 2024 and 2025 results show a deep mastery of high-stakes ICM (Independent Chip Model) dynamics. His approach combines modern solver-based theory with the “old-school” ability to adjust to opponent-specific tendencies, making him one of the most well-rounded professionals in the 2026 circuit.
Social Media & Online Presence
Want to follow Brandon as he chases his third WSOP bracelet and continues his run through the 2026 circuit? You can find his official profiles and updated stats here:
