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Welcome to the 12th edition of the GGPoker Weekend Spotlight, where we dive into the thrilling highlights of this past weekend’s biggest tournaments. From jaw-dropping poker tournament prize pools to intense high-stakes showdowns, we bring you all the action that had players battling for glory. Whether you’re chasing a major win or simply love the excitement of the game, we’ve got every key moment that made this weekend unforgettable. Buckle up and enjoy a recap of the standout performances and memorable hands that lit up the tables at GGPoker.

A Weekend of Poker Action

Poker fans were in for a treat this weekend as the tables lit up with thrilling action and stunning victories. The virtual felt buzzed with intensity, started off with the much-anticipated Zodiac Bounty and highlighted witha final weekend of WSOP Online Side Events. Players from every corner of the globe put their skills on display, navigating tight spots, pulling off strategic bluffs, and battling their way through edge-of-your-seat matchups. With each hand holding the potential to change everything, the weekend was packed with unforgettable moments that defined the spirit of poker.

Surprises were abundant, with rising stars taking down the competition and seasoned veterans reaching new heights. The stakes were high, the drama relentless, and the outcomes left poker fans everywhere captivated. Let’s break down the standout events and celebrate the players who truly made their mark on this unforgettable weekend.

The Weekender Omaholic Bounty

Following the success and growth, “The Weekender Omaholic Bounty” continues to be the premier PLO tournament of the weekend. With a modest $54 buy-in and a guaranteed prize pool of $100,000, the event drew a remarkable 1,967 entrants, creating a prize pool with an overlay of $1,650. After the Day 1 flights concluded, 372 players advanced to the final day, all vying for a slice of the pot. In the end, it was ‘NegaodaBL’ who claimed the top spot, walking away with $12,214.51, which included $6,281.17 in bounty earnings after a 3-way chop. Second place went to ‘sir_raise_a_lot’ who pocketed $6,292.37 for the chop and $2,275.36 in bounties, while ‘Prozak22’ finished third for $6,029.17 and an additional $893.42 in bounties.

Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]

The excitement continued with the Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty], a WSOP Online side event featuring a guaranteed $700,000 prize pool. With an impressive 7,910 players entering the fray, the prize pool swelled to $785,937.60. After a grueling 9.5 hours of play, it was ‘Adam Calder’ who took the top honors, earning $41,714.89 along with a decent $14,534 in bounties. Close behind, ‘Bruti’ secured second place worth $31,278 and an additional $1,008 in bounty winnings, while third-place finisher ‘good_luck9’ claimed $23,455.16, along with $1,484 in bounties. The event’s biggest winner came from ‘arrivadeadci’ who, despite finishing 455th for $142.86, barely over a min-cash, hit the top mystery bounty, walking away with a staggering $49,134, bringing their total winnings to $49,276.86.

Sunday High Rollers Main Event

This week, the usual Sunday High Rollers Main Event again took a back seat to the eagerly awaited WSOP High Rollers tournament. Featuring a $1,500 buy-in and a guaranteed prize pool of $600,000, the event drew an impressive 491 participants by the end of late registration, boosting the prize pool to a substantial $699,675. With only the top 69 players cashing, the competition was fierce throughout the nine-hour marathon. In the end, a 2-way deal was struck with ‘SpicySausage’ claiming the victory, pocketing $93,020.17 for the top spot, while ‘Moist’ secured second place and $99,978.67. The final podium position was earned by ‘Jonathan Gan’ who walked away with $64,794.34.

Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event

Another of the weekend’s WSOP Side Events was the Bounty Hunters Main Event, delivering non-stop action and excitement. With a $54 buy-in and a jaw-dropping $1,000,000 guarantee, the event attracted an astonishing 23,504 entries, pushing the prize pool to an impressive $1,167,678.72. After nearly 11 hours and 20 minutes of intense play, it was ‘SoonaPaana’ who emerged victorious, taking home $43,203.79 along with an additional $23,460.77 in bounties. Hot on their heels, ‘jornaleir0’ claimed second place, earning $43,191.77 and $10,049.21 in bounty winnings. Third place went to ‘P Tsokaridis’ who pocketed $34,320.03, plus an extra $4,467.94 in bounties.

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Bounty Hunters HR Main Event

Another major highlight from the weekend’s WSOP Online events was the Bounty Hunters HR Main Event, which boasted the largest guarantee of the weekend at $1,500,000. By the close of late registration, 4,062 players had paid the $525 buy-in, pushing the total prize pool to an impressive $2,031,000. After over 11.5 hours of intense competition, it was ‘Andreas Nasman’ who emerged victorious, taking down ‘Laniver’ in a thrilling heads-up battle to secure $95,059.93, plus $105,663.46 in bounties. The runner-up, ‘Laniver’ also had a strong finish, earning $95,057.45 along with $20,041.55 in bounties. Rounding out the top three was ‘zwanzig eins’ who walked away with $75,532.38 plus an additional $17,126.50 in bounty rewards.

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GGMasters Bounty $320

Another marquee event in the WSOP Online series was the GGMasters Bounty Freezeout, offering players a shot at a substantial $500,000 guarantee for a $320 buy-in. An impressive turnout of 2,059 participants pushed the prize pool to $612,758.40. After more than 10 hours of intense gameplay, it was ‘Sami Kelopuro’ who secured the victory, taking home $31,504.08 along with an additional $31,319.04 in bounty prizes. Finishing second was ‘Expropriate’ who earned $31,502.27 and an extra $6,378.81 in bounties. Rounding out the top three, ‘EvilDrake’ claimed $37,723.31, including $12,691.67 in bounty earnings.

GGMasters High Rollers $1,050

The weekend’s high roller action reached its peak with the GGMasters High Rollers event. A total of 1,166 participants entered the $1,000,000 guaranteed tournament, swelling the prize pool to an impressive $1,066,000. After nearly 13 hours of fierce competition, it was ‘Anton Vinokurov’ who emerged victorious, walking away with a top prize of $159,549.18 after a thrilling heads-up battle with ‘Chris Klodnicki’ who secured $119,644.30 for their runner-up finish. Completing the podium, ‘LemonHouse’ took home $89,720.55 for their third-place performance.

GGMasters $150

Another standout event from the weekend was the GGMasters $150 Freezeout, delivering exhilarating poker action with its $500,000 guarantee. A strong field of 4,628 players drove the prize pool up to $638,664. After a grueling twelve and a quarter hours of play, it was ‘Pablo_Zebar’ who claimed the top prize, walking away with $70,290.45. Close behind, ‘angenit’ secured second place, earning $52,708.17, while third-place finisher ‘Thomas Hueber’ pocketed $39,525.57 for their impressive performance.

The Weekender

Wrapping up the weekend’s major tournaments was The Weekender, a crowd favorite with a $25 buy-in and a generous $250,000 guarantee. The event drew an impressive 5,948 entries, pushing the prize pool to $273,608. Of those, 1,176 players advanced to the final day, all competing for a shot at the top prizes. After an intense battle, it was ‘Pyttyjuhlat!’ who emerged victorious, taking home $27,506.51. Close behind, ‘Brener Vicente’ secured second place with a payout of $21,200.87, while ‘excalator’ finished in third, earning $16,349.52. This exciting tournament was a fitting conclusion to a weekend full of poker thrills.

And with that, we bring another exhilarating week of GGMillion$ and WSOP Online events to a close. The weekend was packed with unforgettable moments, massive payouts, and fierce competition that will undoubtedly be remembered for some time. As we look forward to even more exciting tournaments on the horizon, keep in mind that your next big score could be just one hand away. Stay sharp, stay in the game, and who knows? The next time we recap the weekend’s biggest winners, it could be your name at the top. Until then, keep grinding, and good luck at the tables.