WSOP 2026: Eddie Blumenthal Dominates Hi-Lo Mix to Win His First Gold Bracelet (Event #45)

Event #45: $2,500 Mixed Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better / Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better drew a total of 587 entries, and with a strong turnout of mixed-game specialists, the prize pool soared to $1,306,075.

The path to victory was a test of patience, expertly navigated by Blumenthal, who had been vying for a bracelet for years and had multiple final table appearances at the WSOP. Heading into the heads-up with a slight deficit against Nikolai Fal, he quickly took the initiative and gradually dismantled his opponent's stack.

The decisive moment came in an Omaha Hi-Lo hand, where both players went all-in pre-flop. Blumenthal held K h Q h 8 d 4 d against A s K d 9 d 7 d. The board 7 s 5 d 2 c Q d Q c delivered Blumenthal trips, sealing his victory.

Also worth mentioning is Justin Liberto's performance, as he chased the lead in the Player of the Year standings and a second title in the series, eventually finishing in ninth place.

Final Table Results – Event #45: $2,500 Mixed Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better / Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better

Source: WSOP

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