Mike Holtz biography
Mike Holtz built his poker reputation primarily online under the alias "BrockLesnar" before translating that success to live tournaments. He won his first WSOP bracelet online, and captured his second in dramatic live fashion on June 10, 2026, taking down Event #31, the $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty No-Limit Hold'em, for $238,097 after defeating Malaysia's Mei Seow heads-up in a field of 2,103 entries.
Holtz was named WSOP.com NV/NJ Player of the Year in 2024, reflecting his deep expertise in fast-format online tournaments; he noted after his live bracelet win that most of his final table opponents lacked comparable super turbo experience, calling the final table "pretty easy" as a result. Beyond playing, he co-hosts the PokerNews Podcast, giving him a prominent voice in the poker media landscape. Upon his second bracelet win, he celebrated with the now-memorable line, "Daddy's got 2 now."
Career summary
"BrockLesnar," a two-time WSOP bracelet winner and PokerNews Podcast co-host who built his game primarily through online super turbo tournaments.
Mike Holtz poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | WSOP $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty No-Limit Hold'embracelet, defeated Mei Seow heads-up, 2,103 entries | 1st | $238,097 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $500,000+, plus 2 WSOP bracelets.
Online WSOP Bracelet Event - 1st Place - Bracelet (first career bracelet)
Mike Holtz playing style
A turbo-format specialist whose online-honed instincts for fast-paced structures translate into strong final-table performance under time pressure.
Cash games
Built his reputation primarily through online poker under the alias "BrockLesnar" before transitioning to live tournament success.
Business & sponsorships
Co-hosts the PokerNews Podcast.
Mike Holtz Net Worth
As of November 2026, Mike Holtz net worth estimates range from $1 million to $3 million.
Verified live tournament earnings account for $500K of prize money. Sponsorships, business ventures and cash games, covered above, make up the rest of the picture. Tournament prize money is not the same as profit: buy-ins, staking deals and taxes are not deducted, so all net worth figures are estimates based on public reporting.
Why Mike matters
"BrockLesnar," the online-turned-live grinder who quipped "Daddy's got two now" after his second WSOP bracelet.
FAQ about Mike Holtz
How did Mike Holtz win his second WSOP bracelet?
By winning the 2026 $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty No-Limit Hold'em event, defeating Malaysia's Mei Seow heads-up for $238,097.
What media role does Mike Holtz hold outside of playing?
He co-hosts the PokerNews Podcast.
How much has Mike Holtz won playing poker?
Mike Holtz has won $500,000+ in live tournament earnings.