With a total of 3 victories and six Top 10 finishes, Mermelstein has crossed the million dollar mark for the very first time of his career on the live tournament circuit.

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2012 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event winner Greg Merson (GPI No. 409) came into today’s play with a sizeable chip lead. Unfortunately, the two-time WSOP bracelet winner was unable to keep the momentum going today, bowing out in 4th position.

The WPT heads to South Africa next for the presentation of the WPT Emperors Palace Classic starting on October 30th.

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*Cover photo courtesy of Joe Giron/World Poker Tour