WSOP Day 35: Mizrachi's Ninth Bracelet, Rampage Defeats Mateos in Heads-Up

Mizrachi Triumphs in Start-to-Finish Style

The prestigious $10K PLO Championship witnessed an unprecedented dominance by Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi in a field of 836 players.

Mizrachi ruled Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3, entering the final day with a commanding lead, holding 80% of all chips in play. Although the final day lasted nearly three hours, Mizrachi maintained his lead unwaveringly.

In heads-up, he defeated Indian player Zarvan Tumboli, taking home $1,350,203. This victory marks Mizrachi's ninth career gold bracelet, tying him with Benny Glaser and Johnny Moss.

Post-victory, Mizrachi stated that his next goal is to surpass Phil Hellmuth’s record, aiming to win two to three bracelets annually.

Final Table Results for Event #70: 10,000$ Pot-Limit Omaha Championship

Rampage Scores a Bracelet Thanks to Pokémon Talisman

An unconventional hybrid event, starting online and concluding with a live final table, brought a second bracelet to popular vlogger Ethan “Rampage” Yau.

Yau took home $228,825 from the $5K NLH High Roller 6-Max event, affirming his decision not to sell his unusual lucky talisman — a rare Pokémon card, Rayquaza Gold Star from 2005, valued more than his tournament win.

Rampage shocked the world in heads-up by defeating Spanish superstar Adrian Mateos, marking Mateos’s first-ever heads-up loss in a WSOP bracelet match, ending his perfect 6-0 record.

Final Table Results for Online Event #16: 5,000$ NLH High Roller 6-Max Championship

Shaun Deeb Targets Ninth Bracelet

In the popular mix of eight disciplines with a $1,500 buy-in (Event #74), Shaun Deeb took the lead after the second day. Deeb showcased an impressive finish by eliminating Robert Wells with a straight flush over a full house in PLO, securing a massive chiplead.

Thirteen players remain from the original field of 766 entries, allowing Deeb to aim for his ninth career bracelet and a move to the top of the WSOP Player of the Year standings, where he defends last year’s victory.

Daniel Negreanu, chasing his eighth bracelet in this event, concluded his journey in 32nd place with a $5,170 reward. In contrast, legendary Viktor “Isildur1” Blom will fight for his first bracelet on the final day, starting from the 12th position.

Top 10 Stacks After Day 2 – Event #74: 1,500$ 8-Game Mixed

Dylan Smith Finally Claims Golden Glory

After several second and third place finishes, American pro Dylan Smith finally seized his first gold bracelet.

Smith dominated the final day of the technically challenging $2,500 Mixed Big Bet tournament, overcoming a field of 388 entries, including Japanese star Naoya Kihara, competing for his third bracelet this season, who ended up in third place.

Smith pocketed $182,591 for the victory, stating that he feels “in ecstasy” and aims to succeed in the Main Event as his next big goal.

Final Table Results for Event #71: 2,500$ Mixed Big Bet 7-Handed

Matthew Higgins Becomes the King of Record-Breaking Mystery Millions

The massive $1K Mystery Millions tournament made history with 22,811 entries, making it the largest $1,000 buy-in event in WSOP history. Matthew Higgins emerged victorious, defeating Polish star Dominik Panka in heads-up.

Higgins claimed $1,000,000 and his first bracelet, adding to his collection of nine WSOPC rings.

Higgins admitted he was going through a rough patch with a $300,000 downswing before the event, but this win turned everything around. The tournament also featured an emotional story as Brian Smith, after pulling a $100,000 bounty prize, donated the money to the Purple Pansies charity and went on to finish 5th for $290,000.

The main $1,000,000 bounty prize was earlier drawn in Day 2 by recreational player Jonathan Schiller.

Final Table Results for Event #63: 1,000$ Mystery Millions No-Limit Hold'em

Bryce Yockey Makes Strong Debut in Elite Championship

One of the most anticipated championships in the Stud Hi-Lo discipline (Event #75) drew 156 players on its opening day. After the initial ten levels, 75 of the best advanced to Day 2, led by 2014 bracelet holder Matt Grapenthien.

Close on his heels is Bryce Yockey, who already secured a bracelet this summer in the $10K Dealer's Choice Championship.

The tournament’s $10,000 buy-in field is star-studded, with players like Calvin Anderson, Robert Mizrachi, Nick Schulman, Eli Elezra, and John Juanda still in the mix.

Conversely, the likes of Daniel Negreanu, Scott Seiver, and Brian Rast have exited the championship.

Top 10 Stacks After Day 1 – Event #75: 10,000$ Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship

Another Record Broken

The $5K NLH 6-Handed (Event #73) confirmed its enormous popularity by generating a record-breaking 1,402 entries, creating a prize pool of $6,449,200. A late registration rush at the start of Day 2 caused major chaos, with over 100 players joining at once. After a demanding day, the field reduced to the last 60 players.

Chipleader is Dutchman Roeland Peeks, and seasoned Andrew “LuckyChewy” Lichtenberger is also within the top ten. Stars like Dario Sammartino, Jesse Lonis, and Josh Arieh are continuing their quest for the title and the $979,655 top prize.

Top 10 Stacks After Day 2 – Event #73: 5,000$ 6-Handed No-Limit Hold’em

Michael Moncek Makes Waves in Day 1b of Mini Main Event

Event #72: $1K Mini Main Event is a more accessible version of the main tournament, consistently attracting large fields. The second starting flight (1b) recorded 4,053 entries, bringing the total registrations after two flights to 6,652.

From Day 1b, 295 players advanced, led by Swiss Karim Ghozlani. Michael Moncek also had a successful day, placing in the Top 30 and ranking as the best among bracelet holders.

Other notable names securing their spots include Jim Collopy, Michael Wang, and Niall Farrell. The tournament continues with the final starting flight 1c, after which all advancing players will meet in a combined Day 2.

Sources: WSOP, WSOP Live, X