Mehdi Chaoui

Born in 2001, Mehdi Chaoui discovered poker at the age of 18 while studying in France. He started as a “grinder” in the online streets under the nickname “Carence en L” and quickly moved up to live tournaments. In early 2023, at just 22 years old, his talent was so obvious that he was recruited by Team Winamax, joining some of the most famous players in the world like Adrián Mateos. Despite his young age, Mehdi is known for being extremely mature and professional. He spends his time traveling between Casablanca and the major stops on the PokerStars Live circuit, always looking to improve his game through study and hard work.

Chaoui is feared for his modern and adaptive style of play. While many players his age rely strictly on computer-based “GTO” strategies, Mehdi is known for his instincts and ability to read opponents. He rarely shows tells and is famous for staying perfectly calm even when playing for millions of dollars. He is a very well-rounded player who excels in both No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha. Whether he is playing a high-stakes WPT event or a technical WSOP tournament, he uses a mix of mathematical precision and psychological pressure to keep his opponents guessing.

With over $3.7 million in total live earnings, according to The Hendon Mob, Mehdi Chaoui is ranked 1st on the Morocco All-Time Money List. He has accumulated an EPT title and multiple high-roller victories. His career-best live cash stands at $473,000, which came from a 2nd-place finish in a $20,000 + 2,400 + 20,000 Triton Poker Series Mystery Bounty event in Jeju, South Korea, in September 2025. Notable recent wins include: $315,000 for winning the BSOP $20,000 Super High Roller in his first-ever trip to Brazil. $300,000 for a 2nd-place finish in the $10,400 Millions by Merit Poker Classic in Cyprus in April 2025. A win in the $3,300 No Limit Hold’em – Deepstack in Cyprus for $32,040 in April 2025. These consistent high-stakes results have contributed to his substantial poker net worth and established him as a top global player. Mehdi Chaoui (credit: PokerNews photographer Danny Maxwell)