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The World Series of Poker’s 57th edition in Las Vegas has reached its 17th day, celebrating a major milestone as the first double champion of the series has been named. With over half of the events still remaining, players and fans have already witnessed intense competition and significant achievements at both the Paris and Horseshoe venues.
Recent days produced notable winners across a variety of high-stakes events. Kristen Foxen added to her impressive record by capturing her sixth, and largest, WSOP bracelet in the $25,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold’em, securing a prize of over $1.7 million. Meanwhile, Christopher Alcindor earned his first WSOP bracelet in the $1,500 Big O, and Artur Martirosian of Russia clinched his fourth bracelet in the $25,000 High Roller Six Handed event.
A highlight of this stretch was Naoya Kihara from Japan, who became the first double champion of the summer by winning both the $10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw and the $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship, bringing his lifetime WSOP bracelet count to three. Other recent winners include Brayden Lou, Braxton Dunaway, Bryce Yockey, Brent Gregory, and Mike Holtz, each adding to their career achievements.
The upcoming WSOP schedule promises further excitement, with the $5,000 Seniors High Roller exclusive to players over 50 and the $250,000 Super High Roller set to attract elite competitors later this week. A rapid-pace $10,000 Super Turbo Bounty event follows, maintaining the momentum of the series.
Fans can keep up with the latest action through ESPN broadcasts, the WSOP YouTube channel, and the WSOP Live app. Additional updates and interactive coverage are available via the official WSOP social media channels and website.
