Dmitry Gromov is a world-class professional poker player from Moscow, Russia, who has established himself as one of the most consistent and respected figures in European poker. With a career spanning over 15 years, Gromov transitioned from studying economics to becoming a true "road warrior" of the live circuit. Known for his incredible stamina and deep runs in major series, he became a household name after winning a World Poker Tour title in 2011. Whether he is competing in Las Vegas or dominating the tables in Cyprus, Gromov is feared for his ability to accumulate massive chip leads and apply relentless pressure on his opponents.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Dmitry Gromov has won over $3.9 million in live tournament earnings. His most iconic victory came in 2011 when he won the WPT Vienna Main Event. He outlasted a record-breaking field of 555 players to take home a career-best $636,733 and have his name etched on the Mike Sexton WPT Champions Cup.
Gromov is particularly famous for his dominance at Merit Poker in Cyprus, a place many call his "poker playground." He holds the record for the second-most cashes in Merit history, with over 75 in-the-money finishes. His resume includes a victory at the 2010 Venetian Deep Stack Extravaganza in Las Vegas for $161,534 and a win at the Russian Poker Series (RPS) Kiev for $201,363. In early 2025, he proved his longevity by dominating the Merit Poker Western Series Main Event, where he entered the penultimate day with a massive chip lead before ultimately finishing in the top spots for another significant payday.
Biography & Poker Background
Born in Moscow, Dmitry Gromov was originally a student of economics at university. However, about five years into his studies, he decided to turn his full attention to poker, a move that quickly proved to be the right choice. His first recorded tournament cash came in 2009, and within just two years, he had already secured a WPT title. Gromov is a true traveler of the game, having cashed in nearly 20 different countries throughout his career. While many Russian pros of his era stayed focused on the online streets, Gromov fell in love with the live arena, enjoying the social aspect and the physical grind of multi-day tournaments. His transition from a student of numbers to a master of the felt has made him a staple in the top 20 of the Russia All Time Money List.
Play Style & Strategy
Gromov is often described as a "Russian riverboat gambler" because of his fearless and high-pressure approach to the game. He is a master of the big stack strategy, using his chips as a weapon to bully opponents who are trying to play it safe or "ladder up" to the next payout. His background in economics gives him a strong mathematical foundation, but he relies heavily on his ability to read the table and sense when an opponent is feeling timid. He is known for moving his chips aggressively and is rarely afraid to put his entire tournament life on the line if he believes he has an edge. This relentless style has earned him dozens of final table appearances, as he is often the player setting the pace for the rest of the field.
Social Media & Online Presence
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About the Editor
Zoe Chang is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Tournament Analyst, covering live poker festivals across Asia Pacific and writing the site's SPI Score player ranking series, tracking results and rankings across markets including Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, the US, India and Australia.