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Will Givens
Will Givens is an American professional poker player, WSOP bracelet winner, and high-stakes regular widely recognized as one of the most consistent and charismatic contenders on the global tournament circuit. Originally from Denver, Colorado , he captured his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) gold bracelet in 2014. In 2026, Givens added another signature milestone to his resume, mounting a deep run in the WSOP Main Event to solidify his status among the sport’s top flight.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live tournament earnings exceeding $4,480,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), Will Givens ranks 4th on the Colorado All-Time Money List. His breakthrough live triumph came at the 2014 World Series of Poker, where he outlasted 1,944 entrants to win Event #45: $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em for a bracelet and $306,634.
Proving his long-term versatility and resilience, Givens posted a career-best live score in 2026 by finishing 19th in the $10,000 WSOP Main Event World Championship for $325,000. His career live and online earnings contribute to an estimated poker net worth of over $5 million.
Major Tournament Results:
| Year | Event | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | WSOP $10,000 Main Event World Championship (19th) | $325,000 |
| 2014 | WSOP $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em (1st – Bracelet) | $306,634 |
| 2019 | WSOP $600 No-Limit Hold’em Deepstack Championship (2nd) | $245,606 |
| 2026 | WSOP $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha (3rd) | $214,960 |
| 2025 | WPT Prime Championship $1,100 NLHE (7th) | $191,000 |
Biography & Poker Background
Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, Will Givens initially honed his skills online under the screen name “imahustla1”, racking up over $2.8 million in tracked digital tournament cashes. Over a multi-decade transition into the live realm, Givens became a prominent regular on the Las Vegas summer circuit, WSOP Circuit stops, and regional high-roller events. Known for bringing energy, composure, and focus to every table he joins, Givens is equally recognized for his holistic mental approach, frequently emphasizing meditation, physical fitness, and mental preparation during deep tournament runs.
Play Style & Strategy
Givens is known for a dynamic, highly aggressive, and adaptable play style that seamlessly blends online multi-table tournament (MTT) fundamentals with live reading abilities. While initially establishing his edge in No-Limit Hold’em, his deep finish in the 2026 WSOP Pot-Limit Omaha event highlights his multi-game competence. Strategically, Givens excels during middle and late-stage tournament phases, leveraging relentless pressure, tactical adjustments against various opponent types, and deep-stack ICM awareness when navigating high-stakes final tables.
Social Media & Online Presence
Follow Will as he continues competing on the 2026 circuit and chasing his second WSOP bracelet. You can view his official profiles and tournament statistics here:
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Derick Elomina is SoMuchPoker's Lead Content Writer and Interview Specialist, reporting live from WSOP bracelet events and Asia Pacific poker festivals such as TMT, APT, RDPT and APL Jeju, alongside player features and interviews for the site's Stories section. He discovered poker at 14 playing home games with friends, and by 21 he had entered the industry as a field reporter, starting as a hand reporter before building his current role on the tournament floor.
