Paul Adrian Covaciu Pulls Off Incredible Comeback to Claim Title in Pirates Poker Treasure Blackbeard Mystery Bounty

The tournament, with a total buy-in of €480 (€330 for the prize pool + €150 for the bounty), saw an impressive 2,785 entries. Despite the massive turnout, the ambitious €1,500,000 guarantee wasn’t reached, forcing the casino to cover a substantial overlay.

As usual, the biggest draw was the mystery bounty envelopes. Polish player Krzysztof Milnik snagged the highest Mystery Bounty worth €75,000, finishing in 26th place yet taking home more than the player who ended in second place. 

You can watch the entire gripping final day's action in a livestream replay on YouTube:

From Seven Blinds to a Winning Straight Flush

Winner Paul Adrian Covaciu found himself down to a critical 7 big blinds during the final day, and few believed he could contend for the title. Yet the seasoned Romanian, boasting winnings over $1.4 million, showcased his class as he steadily climbed back to the top.

With four players remaining, they agreed to an ICM deal, with Covaciu as the chipleader securing the largest share. However, play continued for an additional €20,000 reserved for the winner.

The tournament's climax was straight out of a movie. In the final hand, Covaciu faced off against a German player known as Lucky 761. The tension peaked when Lucky 761 held A h A c for a flush on a board of 9 h 6 c 5 h 2 h 6 h. However, Covaciu stunned him by completing a straight flush with 4 h 3 h.

Final Table Results:

Sources: Kings Resort, FB/Eurorounders, YouTube