George Panagides
Cyprus
George Panagides is a Cypriot poker player who has achieved notable results in Merit Poker events. He made a deep run in the $2,200 Warm Up at the 2024 Merit Poker Western Series, finishing Day 3 with a top stack, and also won a Main Event ticket via a satellite.
Recent Performance
In January 2024, George Panagides participated in the $2,200 Warm Up event at the Merit Poker Western Series. With a field of 446 entries, he advanced to Day 3 and ended the day ranked 6th in chips with 2,750,000 (46 big blinds), positioning himself among the final 17 players. The tournament ultimately saw Simone Andrian as the chip leader.
[Satellite](/term/satellite) Success
Panagides also secured a seat into the Main Event of the same series by winning a Mega Satellite, finishing 22nd among 50 winners. This achievement highlights his ability to navigate large fields and earn entry into high-stakes tournaments.
Representation of Cyprus
As one of the few Cypriot players on the international live tournament circuit, Panagides serves as a representative of his country's growing poker community. His consistent participation in major series like Merit Poker contributes to the visibility of Cyprus in the global poker landscape.
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