The record-setting World Series of Poker The event wrapped up on July 17 and, as expected, solidified its status as the largest poker tournament. Notable players emerged, with a Texan seizing the Main Event title and bagging an impressive eight-figure sum.
Notable players such as Daniel Negreanu, Phil Ivey, and Nick Schulman also took home bracelets during the event. Scott Seiver had an impressive showing, dominating several events. poker tournaments His exceptional performance earned him the coveted WSOP Player of the Year title.
Let's dive into some of the exciting moments from the entire WSOP 2024 series.
Monster Main Event
Following last year's record-breaking Main Event with a $10,000 entry fee, this year's tournament surpassed all expectations, attracting 10,112 participants and amassing a prize pool of $94 million.
Event organizers expressed their satisfaction with the impressive growth of the tournament.
“The WSOP is rooted in history, and this summer was yet another historic chapter,” remarked Ty Stewart, Senior Vice President and Executive Director of WSOP.
“We extend our gratitude to each team member, business partner, and especially to the participants who made this the largest World Series of Poker ever. We will immediately start working on the banners, bracelets, and enhancements to ensure these records are only temporary.”
After two weeks of thrilling competition, Jonathan Tamayo from Humble, Texas, emerged victorious, claiming the historic bracelet and the top prize of $10 million. This win brings his total lifetime live tournament earnings to $12.3 million, along with his first WSOP bracelet. came out on top WSOP 2024: Jonathan Tamayo - Our Main Event Champion
At the outset of WSOP 2024, Scott Seiver put his money on the line. The high-stakes poker specialist from New York made bold wagers on his performance, aiming for a chance to earn the Player of the Year title.
Seiver Shines to Grab POY Title
“I aimed to win bracelets, and to keep my motivation alive, I thought betting on my success would help, which is why I wanted to be part of a $25K Fantasy team,” he shared with PokerGO.
This strategy paid off as Seiver was a formidable contender throughout the series, clinching three bracelets.
His first victory was in the $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo Championship, netting him $426,744.
- He followed this with a win in a $1,500 Razz event, bringing home $141,374.
- He then took the title in the $10,000 No Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw Championship for an additional $411,041.
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He has accumulated nearly $29 million in total poker winnings.
WSOP 2024 showcased some of the biggest names in the poker world, including Daniel Negreanu, who earned his first bracelet since 2013.
Big Names Come Through
The 49-year-old conquered the $50,000 Poker Players Championship, a prestigious title among professionals, winning $1.2 million.
Image courtesy of PokerGO - WSOP 2024 - Daniel Negreanu's 7th Bracelet Victory
“It has been such a long time,” he mentioned to PokerGO. “Watching others accumulate five or six bracelets made me feel outdated. Everyone seemed to have six by now. Achieving seven elevates me to a new category, alongside John Hennigan, as I work my way back towards the 10-11 range.”
“This victory is undoubtedly significant, but I'd rather not relive the many second-place finishes I faced. It felt like I had a streak of ten in a row. The anxiety and stress were overwhelming, so to finally win the all-ins at the end it's just a huge relief.”
Another seasoned player, Phil Ivey, celebrated his 11th bracelet victory in the $10,000 Limit 2-7 Triple Draw Championship, earning $347,440. This accomplishment places him in sole possession of second place in the all-time bracelet count, just behind Phil Hellmuth.
Phil Ivey
Image courtesy of PokerGO - WSOP 2024 - Phil Ivey's 11th Bracelet Victory world poker tournaments , who has 17.
His accolades span various game formats, including Pot Limit Omaha and Seven Card Stud, although surprisingly, he has never won a No-Limit Hold'em title despite amassing over $46 million in live tournament earnings.
Fans of the poker community may recognize Nick Schulman, known for his exceptional commentary during broadcasts, who won the $25,000 No-Limit Hold'em High Roller this year for a staggering $1.7 million.
“I felt an unprecedented sense of freedom during the game, something that I don't feel often,” he reflected post-victory. “I also embraced the possibility of making mistakes. In no-limit games, many players are held back by apprehension. I felt incredibly thankful to be part of it.”
Nick Schulman
WSOP 2024 - Nick Schulman - 5-time Bracelet Winner poker hand With this win, Schulman secured his fifth bracelet, joining the elite ranks of players including Michael Mizrachi, Allen Cunningham, Scotty Nguyen, John Juanda, Daniel Alaei, Robert Mizrachi, Eli Elezra, Benny Glaser, Stu Ungar, and John Monnette.
Likewise, Robert Mizrachi also achieved his fifth bracelet in the $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship, earning $333,045. The Florida-based poker professional previously won a $1,500 Dealer's Choice event in 2014 worth $147,092.
Chance Kornuth is increasingly becoming a staple at WSOP final tables, recently earning his fourth bracelet in the $1,000 Flip & Go for $155,446.
- Poker commentator Tony Dunst captured his third bracelet by triumphing in a $500 No Limit Hold'em Deepstack event for $134,888.
- Another participant expanding his collection of bracelets in the WSOP 2024 was Phil Hui, a player from San Antonio, Texas, who won the $1,500 HORSE event for $193,545, marking his fourth bracelet. Additionally, he owns five WSOP Circuit rings.
- Timur Margolin from Israel celebrated his third career bracelet after winning the $800 No-Limit Hold'em Deepstack, earning $342,551.
- Regular high-stakes player Christopher Vitch also claimed his third bracelet by winning a $1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha event with a prize of $262,734.
Other Notable Winners
Georgios Sotiropoulos, hailing from Athens, Greece, topped the leaderboard in a $3,200 online high roller for $224,418, securing his fourth bracelet. He is now the all-time money leader in his country with $8.2 million in tournament earnings.
Brazilian poker star Yuri Dzivielevski struck gold once more this summer, winning the $3,000 Nine Game Mix for $215,982. He has secured three bracelets over the past two years.
Calvin Anderson showcased his versatility in various poker formats by winning the $10,000 Eight-Game Mix, marking his fifth bracelet with a prize of $413,446.
John Racener, who was the runner-up in the 2010 Main Event, demonstrated his skill by winning the $10,000 Limit Hold'em Championship for $308,930.
Sean Chaffin is a full-time freelance writer residing in Ruidoso, New Mexico. He focuses on topics such as poker, gambling, and the casino industry. Follow him on Twitter at @PokerTraditions and reach him at seanchaffin@sbcglobal.net.
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