The sum was added to the prize pool to complete the $40 million promise and a cash was ultimately awarded to the top 480 finishers.
When registration closed, the field stood at 3,835 entries, leaving a $2,417,000 overlay.
The $10,400 buy-in tournament was enriched with an ambitious $40 million guarantee. “The big turning point was the big flip versus Chewy, jacks versus ace-king,” said Sepiol following his victory.
22, 2023) – Dan Sepiol claims his spot in the World Poker Tour ® Champions Club and wins a grand prize of $5,282,954 by conquering the 2023 WPT ® World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.