Makoś Dominik
Poland
Dominik Panka, from Brześć Kujawski, Poland, is a professional poker player with over $4.3 million in live and online tournament earnings. He is best known for winning the 2014 EPT PCA Main Event for $1,423,096 and capturing a WSOP Online bracelet in 2021.
Overview
Dominik Panka is a Polish professional poker player hailing from Brześć Kujawski, Poland. With total recorded earnings of $4,301,629 from 108 cashes and 6 tournament wins, he is one of Poland's most accomplished players on the international stage.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Panka first gained major attention in 2014 when he won the European Poker Tour (EPT) Season X PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA) Main Event. He outlasted a tough field to claim the $1,423,096 first prize, defeating noted pro Mike 'Timex' McDonald at the final table. This victory also propelled him to the top of the 2014 Player of the Year race.
Major Tournament Wins
- 2014 EPT PCA Main Event – 1st place, $1,423,096
- 2014 EPT Deauville – €10,300 No-Limit Hold'em Eight Max – 1st place, $371,498
- 2021 WSOP Online – International $2,100 NLH Bounty – 1st place, $185,228 (WSOP bracelet)
- 2025 EPT Prague – €3,250 Mystery Bounty – 1st place, $368,060
In addition, Panka finished 3rd in the 2015 EPT Malta Main Event for $379,316, demonstrating consistent deep runs in high-stakes events.
WSOP Success
Panka has cashed 28 times in World Series of Poker events, including both live and online series. His lone bracelet came in 2021 during the WSOP Online International series, winning the $2,100 No-Limit Hold'em Bounty event for $185,228. He has also made two WSOP final tables and earned over $375,000 in WSOP prize money.
European Poker Tour Achievements
On the European Poker Tour, Panka has 11 cashes with total winnings of $2,134,977. His EPT title at PCA and strong showings at Deauville and Prague underscore his skill in high-pressure live tournaments.
Career Highlights
- Player of the Year: Held the lead in the 2014 Player of the Year standings after his PCA and Deauville wins.
- PokerGO Tour: Recorded over $3.5 million in PGT earnings.
- Consistent Results: As of early 2026, Panka continues to perform, with a 97th-place finish at the 2026 EPT Paris Mystery Bounty for $5,239.
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