Mike McDonald biography
Mike McDonald was born on September 11, 1989, and is from Canada. He learned the game online, where he became known as "Timex", and started playing live as soon as he was old enough.
In February 2008, at 18, he won the European Poker Tour German Open in Dortmund for EUR 933,600, about $1.37 million, becoming the youngest player ever to win an EPT event. In 2011 he won an Epic Poker League main event for more than $780,000, again as the youngest winner on that tour, and in 2014 he finished runner-up in the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event for just over $1 million. He reached 5th place in the Global Poker Index rankings in 2014.
McDonald has more than $13.3 million in live tournament earnings and is one of Canada's top tournament players of his generation.
Career summary
The youngest EPT champion in history at 18, Mike "Timex" McDonald has more than $13.3 million in live earnings.
Mike McDonald poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Epic Poker League $20,000 Main Event | 1st | $780,000+ |
| 2008 | EPT German Open, Dortmund | 1st | EUR 933,600 |
| 2014 | PCA Main Event | 2nd | $1,000,000+ |
| 2011 | WSOP $5,000 PLO Six-Handed | 6th | Undisclosed |
Verified live tournament earnings: $13,300,000+.
Mike McDonald playing style
McDonald is a mathematically strong, aggressive tournament player who also excels in pot-limit Omaha.
Business & sponsorships
Professional poker player.
Why Mike matters
Mike "Timex" McDonald won an EPT title at 18 and went on to become one of Canada's most successful tournament players.
FAQ about Mike McDonald
How old was Mike McDonald when he won an EPT title?
18. He won the EPT German Open in Dortmund in February 2008, the youngest EPT winner ever.
What is Mike McDonald's nickname?
"Timex".
How much has Mike McDonald won playing poker?
Mike McDonald has won $13,300,000+ in live tournament earnings.
How many WSOP bracelets does Mike McDonald have?
Mike McDonald has not won a WSOP bracelet yet.
