Winamax SISMIX stands out as a poker festival like no other, organized by top online operator Winamax. True to its name, the series is dedicated exclusively to the 'six-max' format—every event is contested with just six players per table. This structure delivers faster-paced, action-heavy games that attract aggressive, creative players eager for big confrontations. Buy-ins across the series remain accessible; for instance, the Main Event had an entry fee of around 500€, opening the field to a unique mix of recreational enthusiasts, hard-grinding online regulars, and seasoned professionals. With the exotic backdrop of Morocco, a festival atmosphere, and perfect weather, SISMIX once again delivered the recipe for the ultimate poker getaway.
Historic SISMIX for the Record Books
This year’s Winamax SISMIX didn’t just meet expectations—it smashed them. The festival in Marrakech set a new standard, pulling off the biggest six-max tournament ever held. The unique fusion of poker, live music, and vibrant entertainment packed the schedule and the tournament room, culminating in an extraordinary 3.390 entries for the Main Event. With a 5.500 MAD (500€) buy-in, players battled for a prize pool approaching 1.5 million euros.
After two days of intense play, the massive field was whittled down to just 24 finalists, with French players dominating the late stages—20 of the final 24 were french. The final day played out last night, and over 150.000€ awaited the champion. Poker fans worldwide could tune in and follow the action live via stream:
Jérôme Crantz Goes Wire-to-Wire
On the tournament’s biggest stage, France’s Jérôme Crantz started final table day as the runaway chip leader and never looked back. He used his big stack to relentless effect, applying constant pressure, knocking out several opponents with bold, aggressive play, and confidently cruising toward the title.
Before this stunning result, Crantz had only one recorded cash to his name—a 920€ finish in November last year, as tracked by HendonMob. After clinching the championship, an emotional Crantz reflected: "It still hasn’t fully sunk in. I’m in a bit of a daze, just enjoying this moment. It’s a dream come true. To come out on top against such a massive field is just overwhelming."
Final Table Results:
| # | Player | Country | Payout (MAD) | Payout (EUR) |
| 1. | Jérôme Crantz | France | 1.700.000 | 163.122€ |
| 2. | Jean-Côme Haye | France | 1.200.000 | 115.145€ |
| 3. | Dario Alonso | Spain | 900.000 | 86.360€ |
| 4. | Said Abdel Attey | France | 655.000 | 62.850€ |
| 5. | Marius Aldea | Romania | 490.000 | 47.020€ |
| 6. | Raphaël Davidou | France | 365.000 | 35.023€ |
| 7. | Nolan Madene | France | 280.000 | 26.867€ |
Sources: PokerNews, Winamax, CelestialPoker, Poker10