Russian Takes Down Merit Cyprus Western Poker Series High Roller Title
Briefly

The 2025 Western Poker Series, hosted at the Merit Crystal Cove Hotel, features significant tournaments, including a $1.5 million guaranteed main event. Recently, Russian player Sergei Varnaev triumphed in the $5,000 high roller, winning $200,000 and accumulating 624 Player of the Year points, moving him into the top 50 rankings. The event attracted 174 entrants, surpassing expectations with an $800,400 prize pool. French player Maxime Chilaud also had a notable performance, finishing third and increasing his total tournament cashes to nearly $1.9 million.
Sergei Varnaev's victory in the $5,000 high roller at the 2025 Western Poker Series solidifies his status in the poker world and boosts his career earnings.
With a prize pool of $800,400, the 2025 Western Poker Series highlights the growing popularity of high-stakes poker tournaments.
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