Shaun Deeb Secures 6th WSOP Bracelet by Winning Event #27: $1,500 Eight Game Mix

Shaun Deeb came out winning from Event #27: $1,500 Eight Game Mix, pocketing a sum of $198,854 and securing his sixth World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. With this achievement he joins the exclusive league of poker legends such as Daniel Negreanu, who stood by the rail, offering unwavering support.

Dominant Display from the Outset

From the onset of Day 3, Deeb set the pace, seizing the chip lead early and maintaining an aggressive stance, which saw him climb up the leaderboard. In an intensely competitive final hand against Aloisio Dourado from Brazil, Deeb went all-in on the river with a full house, King-Ten. Dourado answered with pocket queens, setting the stage for a tense showdown that concluded with Deeb as the triumphant mixed-game champion.

Deeb’s impressive record, characterized by six bracelets earned since 2015, aligns him with renowned WSOP legends. He shares the spotlight with only a select few: Phil Hellmuth, Doyle Brunson, Phil Ivey, Johnny Moss, Layne Flack, and Jeffrey Lisandro, who have all achieved six bracelets in under ten years. All, except Lisandro, hold a place in the Poker Hall of Fame, a position that Deeb aspires to join in due time.

Despite his remarkable accomplishments, Deeb acknowledges the unpredictable nature of the game. “You can lose a flip,” he admits, referring to the high stakes of poker tournaments. Even with his big win, Deeb admits he got “super lucky”.

A Riveting Final Day

Starting with 789 entries, Deeb nearly missed the Eight Game Mix tournament due to his participation in the $600 Deepstack No-Limit Hold’em event. However, last-minute registration saw him partake and eventually dominate. From the day’s outset, Deeb set his sights on the top, doubling up against Robert Mizrachi’s jacks with his queens.

Despite fierce competition from the likes of Nick Schulman and David “Bakes” Baker, Deeb’s resilience was evident, starting the final table with a substantial lead. After several exhilarating hours and a series of impressive plays, the stage was set for a head-to-head clash between Deeb and Dourado.

Despite starting at a disadvantage in the heads-up round, Deeb steadily closed the gap and ultimately took home the win where he needed some luck as he said after the win:

“Obviously, the winning hand I got super lucky. I beat a pair of queens with king-ten in a spot where he would only call off if it came ten-ten. I was going to lose a big pot a lot of the time there.”

With his sixth WSOP win under his belt, Deeb showed no signs of slowing down. His love for the grind and the excitement of the game left him eager to join the $10,000 Razz Championship immediately after his victory.

Not Just a Champion at the Poker Table

Beyond his poker exploits, Deeb has been a subject of interest for a different reason. A $1 million bet with Bill Perkins is on the line, challenging Deeb to reduce his body fat to 17 percent by the following year. This prop bet demands discipline and focus, skills that Deeb admits could serve him well at the WSOP.

Final Table Results

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