WSOP Day 13: Kristen Foxen Captures Sixth Bracelet, Kihara Achieves Unique Double

Kristen Foxen Makes History with Sixth Bracelet

Canadian pro Kristen Foxen confirmed her top-tier status by mastering the $25K High Roller, triumphing over a star-studded field of 345 entries to claim her sixth gold bracelet.

Foxen became the first woman since 2021 to win an open event, reinforcing her position as the most successful female player in poker history. Her victory earned her $1,773,083, marking the largest win of her career.

The final day was dominated by Galen Hall, the initial chipleader. However, the tournament shifted dramatically in the heads-up, thanks to a brutal cooler. Both players hit a straight on the board of J h 8 c 3 h 9 h 4 c, but while Hall held T c 7 s, Foxen had Q s T h and doubled her stack.

In the final hand, Foxen called Hall's all-in with A d A h against Hall's A c 4 d, sealing her victory. The symbolic moment was when her bracelet was handed over by her husband, four-time bracelet winner Alex Foxen.

Final Table Results – Event #19: $25,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold’em

Naoya Kihara's Historic Back-to-Back Triumph

Day 13 of the WSOP 2026 also saw the crowning of the first double champion of this summer. Japan's Naoya Kihara delivered an extraordinary performance, securing his second bracelet in just three days by winning the prestigious Event #23: $10K Seven Card Stud Championship.

Kihara became only the sixth player in history to win two consecutive championships, joining legends like Doyle Brunson, Stu Ungar, and Jason Mercier. Among a field of 130 entries that generated a prize pool of $1,209,000, he defeated James Cheung in the heads-up battle.

James Cheung came agonizingly close to a unique achievement. Cheung could have been the first player in history to win both the $1,500 and $10,000 Seven Card Stud events during a single series, but ultimately added a second place finish to his victory in Event #6.

Allen Kessler returned to the medal positions at the WSOP after many years. Although he briefly took the chiplead in the last three, Kihara eventually eliminated him in third place.

Michael Mizrachi, who started the final as chipleader, ended up disappointed, slipping to a sixth-place finish.

Final Table Results – Event #23: $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship

Sean Winter Leads Elite Seven to Finale

The prestigious $25K High Roller 6-Handed increased its total entries to 242. A massive prize pool of $5,687,000 will be shared among the top 37 players, with the winner set to receive $1,286,285.

After a challenging session, only seven finalists remain, led by American high-stakes professional Sean Winter, who was highlighted before the WSOP 2026 as one of the biggest stars still chasing their first bracelet.

The shortest stint of the day came from the controversial Martin Kabrhel, who lasted exactly one hand, bowing out after a lost flip against Nick Petrangelo just two minutes in. Also grabbing attention was Erik Seidel, aiming for his eleventh bracelet, but his journey ended just shy of the final table in 9th place ($118,753).

Alex Foxen experienced a curious day, busting shortly after the bubble burst and then instantly joining another table to celebrate his wife Kristen's historic sixth bracelet.

Michael “Texas Mike” Moncek also faced misfortune, crashing out in 8th place with his set of jacks against Marius Gierse's formed full house.

Current Standings after Day 2 – Event #24: $25,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed

Brewer and Lonis Set the Pace in Dealer's Choice

Event #27: $10K Dealer's Choice Championship, one of the series' most technically demanding tournaments, began its first day with 135 players. This number is not final, as late registration remains open during the first level of Day 2.

After the opening day, Chris Brewer led the 66 players who advanced. Brewer quickly joined the Dealer's Choice after finishing 5th in the $10K Stud (Event #23), translating his strong form into a leading position.

Jesse Lonis holds the second spot, maintaining a top position despite admitting he rarely plays most of the 22 available disciplines.

While Daniel Negreanu, Shaun Deeb, and Mike Matusow have bowed out, other poker legends continue on. The likes of Hall of Famers Todd Brunson, John Hennigan, Eli Elezra, and Brian Rast advanced to Day 2.

Top 10 Stacks after Day 1 – Event #27: $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship

Reategui and Hayes in Lead Before Finale

In the Big O event, the field of 2,150 entries has dwindled to the last 29 players. They are currently guaranteed at least $13,610, but all have their eyes set on the winner's prize of $387,110 and the gold bracelet.

The day saw dominance from Anthony Reategui and Casey Hayes, who have completely broken away from the rest of the field.

Also in the hunt for the title are Thomas Koral and Bruno Furth, both two-time bracelet winners, significantly ahead in this regard.

Top 10 Stacks after Day 2 – Event #22: $1,500 Big O

Monster Stack Hits Historic Record

The massive Event #18: $1,500 Monster Stack concluded its opening phase with an astounding 11,933 entries, surpassing all expectations and creating a colossal prize pool of $12,178,625.

The final flight, Day 2d, welcomed 2,153 entries, from which only 269 advanced after ten levels of play.

It was a particularly successful day for Slovak poker, with two players making it into the top ten of Day 2d's standings. Bracelet holder Lukáš Pažma placed a remarkable 5th, while Stanislav Koleno joined him in the TOP 10 at 9th place.

On Monday, June 8, all surviving players will converge in a single Day 3, where 660 players will attempt to advance further, including world-class players like Jason Wheeler and Faraz Jaka.

Xuan Liu and Zdeněk Žižka in Elite $2K NLH Top Ten

Event #25: $2,000 NLH attracted a total of 968 entries, creating a prize pool of $1,723,040. The winner is set to receive $288,064.

After playing through 15 levels on the first day, 160 players advanced, led by American Jason Palker. Among the leaders is Canadian pro Xuan Liu, holding the third-largest stack and poised to challenge for her first bracelet.

Close behind is Czech player Zdeněk Žižka, who immediately joined this event after the $25K High Roller final and currently ranks 9th. Also advancing to Day 2 are Bernhard Binder, Shiina Okamoto, and former Main Event champion Jonathan Tamayo.

Massive Demand for 'Cheap' Gold

Event #25: $500 Freezeout NLH, one of the most affordable tournaments of the series, met expectations by drawing 4,100 entries. This created a prize pool of $1,701,500, with the winner taking home $196,066.

Due to its two-day format, the opening day set a blistering pace, reducing the field to 162 players after 22 levels. Securing the chipleader position in the dramatic closing was Rahulinder Dhillon.

Sources: WSOP, WSOP Live, X