Dominik Panka is a world class professional poker player from Poland who famously changed the face of Polish poker forever. Originally from Brzesc Kujawski, he became an overnight sensation in 2014 when he traveled to the Bahamas and won one of the biggest tournaments in the world. Known for his quiet confidence and a focus that never seems to break, Panka is widely respected as a gentleman of the game. He isn’t just a flash in the pan; he has spent the last decade proving he is one of the most consistent and technical players in Europe, earning his spot as a national hero back home.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Dominik Panka has won over $3.8 million in live tournament earnings. His life changing moment happened in January 2014 when he won the EPT Caribbean Adventure (PCA) Main Event. He defeated a star studded final table, including poker legend Mike McDonald, to take home a massive $1,423,096 first prize.

Just weeks after his win in the Bahamas, Panka proved his skill again by winning the EPT Deauville High Roller for $371,498. He is also a World Series of Poker (WSOP) gold bracelet winner, a title he earned in 2021 by winning the $2,100 NLH Bounty Championship during the WSOP Online series for over $185,000. His resume is filled with deep runs, including a 3rd place finish at EPT Malta for $379,316 and a victory in the EPT Prague Mystery Bounty in late 2025 for over $238,000. He currently sits at number three on the Poland All Time Money List.

Dominik Panka poker — Dominik Panka (credit: PokerNews photographer Jules Pochy)

Biography & Poker Background

Born in 1989, Dominik Panka was a student before he became a poker star. He was studying for a degree in applied mathematics, a background that clearly helped him master the complex odds of the game. Like many of his peers, he started his journey playing online, but he only became a full time professional after his historic win at the PCA. Panka is known for being quite humble about his success, often crediting his calm personality for his ability to handle the pressure of big final tables. He still lives in Poland and remains the primary inspiration for a huge community of Polish players who started playing after watching his 2014 victory on television.

Play Style & Strategy

Panka is known for a very patient and technical style of play. Because of his math background, he relies heavily on probabilistic thinking rather than just “gut feelings.” He is famously hard to read because he maintains the exact same expression whether he is bluffing or has the best hand. His victory against Mike McDonald was a perfect example of his mental toughness; he remained completely unfazed by his opponent’s famous “stare down” and simply focused on making the right mathematical decisions. He is a disciplined player who values a balanced life, which allows him to stay fresh and focused during the long, exhausting hours of major live tournaments.

Social Media & Online Presence

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Video Highlights:

Event	Entries	Buy-In	Prize	Place	SPI
WSOP 2026 Las Vegas $1,000 No-Limit Hold'em Mystery Millions 2026.06.23 - 2026.06.29	22811 ITM: 1236	$1,000	$640,000	2	8,906.35
EPT Paris 2026 EPT Mystery Bounty (€1,000 Mystery Bounty) 2026.02.25 - 2026.02.27	782 ITM: 112	3,250 EUR (2,920 + 330)	$4,060 EUR 3,440	97	426.88

Full Dominik Panka Poker History: Earnings, Cashes & Rankings