The 2025 Western Poker Series at Merit Crystal Cove Hotel features significant tournaments, prominently the $3,300 buy-in main event with a $1.5 million guarantee. Recently, Sergei Varnaev clinched victory in the $5,000 high roller event, garnering his largest cash win to date, raising his earnings to nearly $509,000. His success awarded him 624 Player of the Year points, moving him into the top 50 in standings. The event attracted 174 entries, creating a prize pool of $800,400, and notable player Maxime Chilaud secured a third-place finish for $89,900, boosting his career earnings to nearly $1.9 million.
While the $1.5 million guaranteed main event continues, the $5,000 high roller concluded with Sergei Varnaev securing his largest career win and rising in rankings.
This high roller event’s allure is demonstrated by the impressive 174 entries, surpassing the guarantee and resulting in a final prize pool of $800,400.
Maxime Chilaud's strong performance solidifies his status as a Merit Poker regular, further enhancing his total earnings to nearly $1.9 million.
Sergei Varnaev's victory also earned him 624 Card Player Player of the Year points, propelling him into the top 50 for the 2025 standings.
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