Chris Brewer Takes $5,293,556 and Bracelet in WSOP $250,000 Super High Roller

High-stakes professional Chris Brewer added an impressive feather to his cap with a big win in the World Series of Poker. In a record-breaking win, the 30-year-old poker pro took home a massive $5,293,556 in Event #40: $250,000 Super High Roller —the most significant amount he’s ever taken home. This former University of Oregon distance runner bested 68 other poker pro’s in the high roller event with a $250,000 buy-in, snatching his first gold bracelet.

A Dream Fulfilled

Brewer’s triumph was more than a windfall; it was a fulfillment of a dream. Speaking to Natalie Bode of PokerGO, Brewer articulated his exhilaration and gratitude. “I feel like I got so lucky. Everything today just felt like it was going to go my way,” he said. Brewer added, “This is the one I wanted to win more than any other. Money, prestige, everything about it. It means so much. I’ve had so many tough ones… it feels really good.”

His victory had a tinge of redemption, given Brewer’s history of close calls and bitter losses, such as falling short at the Super High Roller Bowl and the Super High Roller Bowl Europe in 2021, as well as a disappointing loss to Doug Polk during the semi-finals of the WSOP $25,000 heads-up championship.

With this win, Brewer’s total tournament earnings surpass the $15.6 million mark, asserting his dominance and prowess in the poker world.

Three Days

The exhilarating poker tournament, spanning three days, took place inside the Paris and Horseshoe on the Las Vegas Strip. A sturdy turnout of poker enthusiasts culminated in a massive final prize pool of $17,181,000, with the top 11 competitors receiving a share of the reward. Tension hung in the air as ten-time bracelet winner Phil Ivey found himself eliminated late on day 2, along with Ben Heath and Alfred Decarolis, who secured 11th and 10th places respectively.

Despite starting the final table with a modest chip count, Brewer quickly gained momentum on the third day, managing to outplay Steven Veneziano. This initial victory set the stage for his eventual triumph, with Brewer slowly climbing his way to the top.

Controversy

However, Brewer’s rise was not without its share of drama. Czech player, Martin Kabrhel, found himself embroiled in controversy. The tournament director had to warn Kabrhel for his peculiar behavior, namely, leaving his seat while in a hand—a move that raised suspicions of card marking among his fellow players. Nevertheless, Kabrhel managed to knock out Brandon Steven, which marked another step in the fiercely competitive event.

In a subsequent critical hand, Brewer shrewdly folded against Artur Martirosian and Dan Smith, leading to a clash between the two. Martirosian won the hand, leaving Smith with a significantly diminished stack and ultimately leading to his exit from the competition.

Smith, understandably frustrated, criticized Kabrhel during his exit interview, sharing his discomfort and suspicions about the latter’s playing style. Meanwhile, Brewer continued his winning streak, overcoming Martirosian’s significant chip lead in the head-to-head play, and securing victory with a nine-high straight in a nail-biting final hand.

Brewer

With this win, Brewer has written a new chapter in poker history, silencing his critics and proving his mettle. The tournament also saw commendable performances from Martirosian, Kornuth, and others, making it an event to remember.

Martirosian secured the runner-up spot, taking home a significant $3,271,666—his career-best payday—boosting his lifetime earnings to $12.2 million. Meanwhile, Brewer celebrated the most significant payday of his career with $5,293,556.

Final Table Results

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