Nick Petrangelo

A leader on PocketFives, two World Series of Poker bracelets and a triumph at the World Championship of Online Poker – these titles have turned Nick Petrangelo into a modern poker legend. His career is more than a list of victories. The American poker player has worked his way up from a rookie to a professional who isn’t afraid to make bold decisions and take on mastodons like David Peters, Daniel Negreanu and Jason Koon.

Main Information

Nick Petrangelo is one of the most stable and successful players on the world stage. Thanks to his unique style and well-thought-out strategy, he has achieved impressive heights in live competitions.

Nickname: caecilius, Nicky P.;
Nationality: American;
Residence: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;
Born: 1987;
Age: 36;
Last Results: 2nd place in the $50,000 High Roller at the 2023 WSOP for $750,000; 4th place in the 2022 Triton Poker Cyprus $100,000 No-Limit Hold’em for $1,250,000; 1st place in the 2021 Poker Masters $25,000 No-Limit Hold’em for $680,000.

Nick Petrangelo Biography

Petrangelo was born in 1987 in a small town in the northeastern United States – West Springfield, Massachusetts. He grew up in a friendly and supportive family that always encouraged his desire for self-development. From an early age Nick was characterized by extraordinary curiosity and determination. It is these qualities that will help him succeed in one of the most competitive fields in the world.

During his high school years, he played lacrosse, showing not only physical endurance but also self-discipline. Petrangelo later enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. There, he delved into the study of math, analytics and strategy. At the same time, the freshman got acquainted with poker, trying his hand at local tournaments and games with friends.

By the mid-2000s, Petrangelo realized that poker was more than just a game to him. He started to devote more time to card strategy and at some point decided to try his hand at professional poker. Soon Nick was already playing in online tournaments under various aliases.

Poker Career

The American has become one of those players who are not afraid of both live and virtual competitions. Having gone from simple tournaments to prestigious international events, Nick Petrangelo was able to win the recognition of the world community. Throughout his career, he has repeatedly surprised opponents and fans alike by demonstrating his skill and huge arsenal of strategies. He won more than one tournament, including two WSOP bracelets.

In December 2012, Petrangelo reached the top of the PocketFives rankings, becoming one of the most successful online tournament poker players. His talent for high stakes play was quickly confirmed: in 2015 the American won the World Series of Poker and received his first bracelet at the WSOP, and in 2018 he got his second bracelet for winning the $100,000 High Roller. At the moment the net worth of the poker player is estimated at $25,000,000.

Live Poker Achievements

When it comes to real events, Petrangelo is a true master who demonstrates incredible composure. The secret of his success lies in his ability to read his opponents, take into account the nuances of each move and go all the way. The professional poker player has many high-profile victories that speak for themselves:

2015 – 6th place, WSOP $3,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed, $201,812;
2015 – 1st place, WSOP $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed, $341,599;
2017 – 1st place, PokerStars Championship Bahamas $100,000 High Roller, $740,032;
2018 – 1st place, WSOP $100,000 High Roller, $2,910,227;
2022 – 3rd place, PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $100,000 High Roller, $1,085,000;
2024 – 3rd place, Triton Poker Series Vietnam $100,000 Main Event, $1,150,000.

Online Poker Achievements

Despite winning offline tournaments, Nick is incredibly successful in online poker. Playing under the nickname “caecilius” on PokerStars, he has become known for his skillful analysis of digital analytics. This quality has allowed him to dominate one of the most famous platforms in the world:

2016 – 1st place, World Championship of Online Poker $25,000 High Roller, $625.00;.
2020 – 1st place, PokerStars SCOOP $10,300 No-Limit Hold’em, $150,000;
2021 – 2nd place, GGPoker Super MILLION$, $541,641;
2022 – 1st place, Poker Masters Online $10,300 No-Limit Hold’em, $341,000;
2023 – 4th place, WCOOP $5,200 High Roller, $148,000.

Top Five Career Cashes

The American pro has multi-million dollar payouts at the world’s biggest tournaments to his credit, as confirmed by stats:

Tournament	Year	Venue	Occupied position	Prize money
WSOP $100,000 No Limit Hold’em High Roller	2018	Las Vegas, USA	1st place	$2,910,227
WPT Alpha8 $100,000 No Limit Hold’em	2015	Las Vegas, USA	2nd place	$1,015,335
Aussie Millions $100,000 Challenge	2017	Melbourne, Australia	1st place	$882,000
PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $100,000 SHR	2022	Nassau, Bahamas	3rd place	$1,085,000
Triton Poker Series London	2019	London, UK	5th place	$870,000

Nick continues to challenge the poker elite, setting new world records for the younger generation of players.

Nick Petrangelo Socials

The poker player interacts with fans and other players on socials. On his pages, he shares career highlights, tournament successes and insights on game strategy:

Social network	Profile
Instagram	https://www.instagram.com/nickpetrangelo/
Twitter	https://x.com/nickpetrangelo
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/nickpetrangelo

FAQ

Is Nick Petrangelo good at poker?

Yes, Nick Petrangelo is one of the best players of our time, the owner of two WSOP bracelets and a number of big tournament wins. His live tournament winnings exceed $24 million.