The WSOP Online continues to heat up on GGPoker, and this past weekend saw four more events come to a thrilling conclusion. With the online poker world watching closely, players battled it out in Events #4, #5, #6, and #7, bringing intense action and remarkable stories to the forefront. The weekend was packed with excitement as a diverse array of players showcased their skills, culminating in memorable victories and the prestige of winning a WSOP bracelet. Let’s dive into the details of these events.
Event #4: $840 Bounty Pot-Limit Omaha
The $840 Bounty Pot-Limit Omaha event was a spectacle of calculated aggression and strategic plays. Omaha, known for its variance and the requirement to think several steps ahead, provided a platform where only the most skilled could prevail. The event attracted a field of 881, all vying for the bounties and the glory of a WSOP Online bracelet.
In the end, India’s ‘Uncapped’ emerged victorious, securing the WSOP Online bracelet and solidifying his place in the online poker community. ‘Uncapped’, who has been making a name recently in the online poker scene, navigated the final table with a combination of calculated risks and well-timed aggression. The victory, which was worth $44,979.01 plus bounties of $64,582.82, in this event was not just about winning the bracelet but also about proving his mettle in a highly competitive field.
The final hand saw ‘Uncapped’ triumph over GGPoker Team Pro Tony Lin a seasoned PLO player from China. Lin will have to settle for $44,978.58 for finishing second plus $10,675 in bounties while he continues his journey towards a first bracelet. Third place finisher, ‘A Torbergsen’, collected $9,251.56 in bounties and $34,087.39 for the podium finish.
Event #5: $500 Ladies No-Limit Hold’em Championship
The Ladies No-Limit Hold’em Championship is always a highlight of the WSOP calendar, and this year’s online edition was no exception. The $500 buy-in event attracted a field of 186 talented female players from around the globe, all competing for the prestigious bracelet and a share of the prize pool.
This year’s event saw ‘RoThorlay_’ from Brazil claim the title after an intense final table that featured some of the most well-known names in the women’s poker scene. ‘RoThorlay_’ demonstrated exceptional skill and composure throughout the event.
In the final hand, ‘RoThorlay_’ found herself heads-up against ‘XiMuiPN’ a formidable player from Vietnam. The final cards came down and ‘RoThorlay_’ secured the win, $16,512.63 first-place prize, and the coveted WSOP Online bracelet. Second place was won by ‘XiMuiPN’ while third place went to ‘UnoCoon’. They earned $12,732.90 and $9,818.41, respectively.
Event #6: $1,500 MONSTER STACK No-Limit Hold’em
The $1,500 MONSTER STACK event is always a test of endurance, skill, and mental fortitude, and this year’s online edition lived up to the hype. With a deep stack structure, 300BB to start play, players had plenty of room to maneuver, making for a highly strategic and drawn-out competition. The event attracted a large field over the multitude of starting days, with a total of 1,016 entrants and 421 re-buys. The prize pool reached $2,047,725 as the field of seasoned professionals and ambitious amateurs eyed the $263,716.93 top prize and the coveted WSOP Online bracelet.
After a marathon session that lasted two days, ‘TiananmenSquare’ claimed the top spot, defeating ‘billion’, who was forced to settle for $203,355.06 and will hunt for a WSOP bracelet on a new day. The final position on the podium was claimed by Sergei Varnaev who earned $156,808.13
Event #7: $215 Mystery Millions – $10M Guaranteed $1M Top Bounty
The most anticipated event of the weekend, and one of the most anticipated of the whole WSOP Online, was the $215 Mystery Millions. With a massive $10 million guarantee and a top bounty of $1 million, the event attracted a huge field of players, all eager to take their shot at a life-changing payday. The unique format, with its mystery bounties, added an extra layer of excitement, as players could potentially earn a huge payout with just one knockout.
When late registration and the rebuy period finished, a total of 43,993 unique entrants (along with 8,459 rebuys) joined the battle, creating a prize pool of $10,375,005.60. Just 4,495 survived to Day 2 of the tournament and made it into the money. It was on day 2 that the mystery was finally solved, as ‘zipflzwigga’ found the biggest bounty and earned a total of $1,000,000 in bounties to go along with $245.05 for finishing 2,896th.
As to the tournament, ‘Vlad Darie’ from Austria walked away with the title, the WSOP Bracelet, $623,718.51, and $10,143 in bounties. Second place finisher ‘Premium_account’ from Ukraine earned $467,508.23 plus $6,355 in bounties, while ‘A Zhilin’ finished third for $350,582.99 plus $3,730 in bounties.
2024 WSOP Online Bracelet Count
The 2024 WSOP Online Bracelet Count competition is an exciting feature where countries compete based on the total number of WSOP bracelets won during the series. Every top 3 finish in a bracelet event contributes points to a country’s ranking. The top 10 countries at the end of the series will unlock exclusive freerolls for all poker players from their country who participated in the WSOP Online. This adds a national pride element to the competition, encouraging participants to represent their countries and push for top finishes. Now, with six of the 33 bracelet events in the books, the competition is heating up as COUNTRY has taken the lead with X podium finishes, including X bracelets. You can find the standings and more information here.
A Weekend of Unforgettable Online Poker
The past weekend of WSOP Online events at GGPoker has been nothing short of spectacular. With four new champions crowned and millions of dollars awarded, the excitement around online poker continues to grow. Each of these events showcased the incredible talent and dedication of the players involved, further solidifying the WSOP Online as a premier destination for online poker enthusiasts.
As the series progresses, the stakes will only get higher and the competition more fierce. With more events on the horizon, the online poker world eagerly awaits the next chapter in this thrilling saga. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the game, the WSOP Online offers something for everyone – and the chance to be a part of poker history.
