Sam Soverel Doesn't Wait Long for a Triton Title
The $100,000 Triton PLO Main Event was meant to crown a winner by Saturday, but real-life drama had other plans. After over 14 hours of marathon play, only Sam Soverel and András "probirs" Németh remained. Around 3:30 a.m. local time, organizers had to pause the tournament due to local gaming regulations. This meant the victor would be decided on an extra day.
The extra day concluded in a dramatic 15-minute showdown, where Sam Soverel reaffirmed his status as one of the planet's top PLO players. The American emerged victorious from a field of 103 entries, earning a record-setting $2,594,000, his fourth WSOP title, and his first Triton trophy. Andras Nemeth also walked away with the highest win of his career, though he still awaits his first WSOP bracelet. In the decisive hand, Nemeth went all-in pre-flop with A s J s J h 9 h. Soverel led with K s K c 5 d 3 c, and the board T d 7 c 6 s 2 h K h didn't change that outcome.
Soverel mostly competes domestically in the USA, experiencing Triton events for the first time. In his second tournament, he landed the title. Post-victory, he shared his excitement: "I first came here two years ago, but the weather was terrible. Now that Triton is here, the tournaments are excellently organized, and it's been a great experience so far. I’m glad I came, and I love this game."
| Place | Player | Country | Winnings |
| 1. | Sam Soverel | USA | $2,594,000 |
| 2. | Andras Nemeth | Hungary | $1,751,000 |
| 3. | Dan Dvoress | Canada | $1,135,000 |
| 4. | Richard Gryko | United Kingdom | $941,000 |
| 5. | Philip Sternheimer | United Kingdom | $760,000 |
| 6. | Ben Lamb | USA | $598,000 |
| 7. | Joni Jouhkimainen | Finland | $457,500 |
| 8. | Nacho Barbero | Argentina | $345,000 |
Rezaei Claims His First Bracelet
The fastest tournament of the WSOP Paradise 2025 festival witnessed a rapid progression, shrinking 151 entries to a single winner in less than twelve hours. The turbo format and hefty buy-in attracted a mix of elite players from around the globe, including stars like Adrian Mateos, Viktor “Isildur1” Blom, and Stephen Chidwick.
Handling the fast-paced action best was Austrian Daniel Rezaei, who in Event #4: $50,000 NLH High Roller Turbo claimed his first WSOP bracelet and the largest share of the $7,625,500 prize pool. Early at the final table, it seemed Paul Phua was on track for a second bracelet, having swiftly eliminated several opponents and built a massive lead. However, in turbo structures, momentum can shift quickly. Phua lost several large pots, landing him in third place.
In the heads-up, Daniel Rezaei faced Mustafa Kanit, both with nearly identical stacks. Rezaei showcased stability and discipline, gradually taking control and denying Kanit his chance at a debut bracelet. Rezaei became a WSOP champion, capping his breakout year with another significant title. The Austrian took home a record win of $1,900,000 and pushed his career earnings into eight figures.
| Place | Player | Country | Winnings |
| 1. | Daniel Rezaei | Austria | $1,900,000 |
| 2. | Mustafa Kanit | Italy | $1,215,000 |
| 3. | Paul Phua | Malaysia | $815,000 |
| 4. | Joao Simao | Brazil | $570,000 |
| 5. | Hui Chen | China | $405,000 |
| 6. | Matthew Wakeman | Australia | $300,000 |
| 7. | Thomas Boivin | Belgium | $235,000 |
| 8. | Tyler Moncek | USA | $189,000 |
| 9. | Michael Moncek | USA | $157,500 |
Amateurs Dominate at Triton Invitational
The Triton Invitational with a $250,000 buy-in is one of the most unique and prestigious events on the WSOP Paradise and Triton Poker Series calendars. It's not just the incredibly high buy-in that makes it special - the format is unlike anything else in the world.
The event featured 49 pairs, meaning 98 players at the start. Each team consists of an invited player, usually a business magnate or investor, who selects a professional player as their partner. During Day 1, these pairs separate and play individually. The tournament has so far recorded 126 entries, making it the second-largest Triton Invitational in history, with registration open until the start of Day 2.
On the first day, recreational players, who have two re-entry options compared to the professionals' one, dominated the event. Eight of the top 10 stacks belonged to them, with Ye Wang leading the day. Right behind him was the best-performing pro, Kayhan Mokri, currently in second place. Day 2 will see recreational players and professionals merge, always promising intriguing gameplay.
Top 10 Stacks After Day 1
| Rank | Player | Country | Stack |
| 1. | Ye Wang | China | 1,643,000 |
| 2. | Kayhan Mokri | Norway | 1,522,000 |
| 3. | Charles Hook | USA | 1,453,000 |
| 4. | Dejan Kaladjurdjević | Montenegro | 1,375,000 |
| 5. | Vinny Lingham | USA | 1,250,000 |
| 6. | Sameh Elamawy | Egypt | 1,205,000 |
| 7. | Joseph Oren | USA | 1,190,000 |
| 8. | Tom Heung | Hong Kong | 1,077,000 |
| 9. | Talal Shakerchi | UK | 952,000 |
| 10. | Jean-Noel Thorel | France | 855,000 |
Sources: WSOP, Triton Poker, The Hendon Mob
