WSOPC Cyprus: Main Event Reaches Climax, Rezaei Leads the Final Eight with Massive Lead

The Main Event Final Eight is Set!
 

After four thrilling days, the $5,300 WSOPC Main Event Cyprus is just a step away from crowning a new champion. From an initial 1,372 entries, only eight players remain, vying for the esteemed WSOPC ring and the top prize of $1,000,000.

Entering the final day in a prime position is Austria's Daniel Rezaei, who brings a massive stack of 23 million chips (91 BB) to the table as chipleader. Rezaei has already secured seven-figure wins twice in his career, most recently just two months ago, when he triumphed at the Onyx High Roller Series in Cyprus.

Trailing behind him is Bernardo Baptista from Portugal (15.4M), who also claimed a major victory in August, nearly hitting a seven-figure sum by winning the 10K High Roller at the EPT in Barcelona. Given his current form, Baptista appears to be Rezaei's strongest rival in the quest for the gold ring.

You can watch the finale live via the livestream on the WSOP YouTube channel, where the decision will be made on who will take home the series' most prestigious title from Cyprus.

Quan Zhou Claims Another Major Title
 

In the exciting Event #12: $5,000 Mega Mystery Bounty NLH, a formidable field of 421 entries gathered at the tables. This created a massive 1,263,000$ prizepool, with an additional 842,000$ distributed in bounty rewards.

The final went in favor of Chinese professional Quan Zhou, who pocketed $225,000. Known for his aggressive play and frequent deep runs in high stakes events, Zhou added his first WSOPC ring to his impressive collection.

Finishing in second was the experienced Tobias Peters from the Netherlands, with bronze going to Russia's Aleksei Istomin. The final table also featured other familiar names like Fahredin Mustafov and Yiannis Liperis, who once again showcased their consistent form throughout the series.

Anatoly Zlotnikov Dominates $10K High Roller Turbo
 

The closing event of the WSOP Circuit featured the one-day Event #14: 10,000$ High Roller Turbo NLH, attracting 45 entries. With a fast pace and quick structure, every hand was crucial, and a single mistake could mean elimination. Only the top 7 players claimed a share of the 450,000$ prizepool.

Anatoly Zlotnikov navigated the tough competition best, taking home $145,000 and his second career gold ring. Second place went to experienced Claas Segebrecht from Germany, finishing runner-up for the second time, having also placed second in the 5K Super Turbo Bounty. Vlastimil Pustina from the Czech Republic rounded out the podium, winning $62,000, nearly matching his career-high earnings.

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