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Nicholas Palma Poker Bio: Real Name, Nicknames, 2026 Season and Career
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Nicholas Palma's real name is Nicholas Palma.
- Known as
- Nicholas Palma
- Real name
- Nicholas Palma
- Also known as
- Nick Palma
- Country
- USA
- Category
- Poker Players
Nicholas Palma from USA is having one of the better tournament years in poker: #39 in Card Player's 2026 Player of the Year race. As of Oct 23, 2026, Nicholas is #39 in the Card Player 2026 POY race with 3,996 points and $1,463,225 in qualifying winnings.
Stats as of Oct 2026 (sources checked Oct 23, 2026).
The 2026 Season
Card Player's 2026 Overall POY leaderboard has Nicholas at #39 with 3,996 points, 1 title and 12 final tables for $1,463,225. On the Global Poker Index, Nicholas is 34th on the GPI Player of the Year table (Hendon Mob). WSOP Paradise (Dec 3 to 17, 2026) can still change the standings.
Career
- Career live earnings: not re-verified this run; see the Hendon Mob
Amazing Facts
- He was second in the 2026 Poker Masters Purple Jacket race as of Oct. 21. (Card Player, Ausmus 10th PGT Trophy)
FAQ
What is Nicholas Palma's real name?
Nicholas Palma's real name is Nicholas Palma. Also known as: Nick Palma.
Where does Nicholas Palma rank in 2026?
As of Oct 23, 2026, #39 in Card Player's POY race (3,996 points) and 34th on the GPI Player of the Year table.