A long final table run finally paid off, giving Andrian his third WSOP title and another $1.4 million
Simone Andrian has claimed victory in the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) Main Event, showcasing determination to overcome a tough field and secure the title. The $11,350 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em tournament attracted 768 entries, creating a prize pool worth over $8 million. Andrian’s perseverance paid off, as he walked away with his third WSOP bracelet and a career-best payday of $1,443,000.
This win marks Andrian’s first seven-figure cash, making it a milestone in his poker career. His previous top score was from the 2021 WSOPE $1,800 Six-Max event, where he earned $177,650 and his first bracelet. His second bracelet came just a month ago in the 2024 WSOP Online International $800 Deepstack event, bringing in $156,230. After this latest triumph, Andrian’s total career earnings now exceed $2.9 million.
The tournament’s final stages saw Andrian facing fierce competition from seasoned pros. He entered the last day with the chip lead and navigated his way through a series of challenging hands, eliminating notable players along the way. One of his key victories came when he knocked out Mariusz Golinski in fourth place, catching a crucial hand to gain momentum.
Heads-up play against Urmo Velvelt was a grueling three-hour battle, with both players exchanging the chip lead. Andrian managed to pull ahead by winning a major pot with top pair, putting him in a commanding position. The final hand saw Andrian’s pocket tens hold strong against Velvelt’s ace-ten, securing the win.
With this victory, Andrian not only takes home the prestigious WSOPE Main Event title but also earns valuable Card Player Player of the Year points, further cementing his place in poker history.
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