PokerStars.com EPT London £1m Showdown

Congratulation to Jason Mercier, PokerStars.com EPT London £1 Million Showdown

With the smoke cleared and the dust settled, it's time to reflect on what was a hugely successful event, which attracted some of the biggest names in the game. With 85 players stumping up the £20,000 buy-in, we were treated to a who's who of poker with more stars than an entire series of Celebrity Squares.

Phil Ivey, Chris Ferguson, Gus Hansen, Daniel Negreanu, Devilfish - this event was tougher than a two dollar steak, but in the end, it was the less experienced face of Jason Mercier that prevailed. With an EPT win and two final tables already in the bag, Mercier came armed with a fierce reputation, and one that he cemented by treating the Grosvenor Victoria to a showcase of top notch poker.

What's more, he won without hollering, gloating or shouting his victories, and remained humble throughout. Perhaps one of the most popular players in the press room, he is not only a splendid poker player, but also a thoroughly nice chap, and one who was quick to commend his defeated heads-up opponent.

Again, the EPT comes up trumps and continues to prove why it has become the most sought after Tour in Europe. With Jason Mercier winning everything in sight, however, I have just two concerns: (1) Will everyone stop turning up? and (2) How's he going to fit all those trophies on to the mantelpiece?

Over and out.

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