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Level: 22
Limit Flop/Draw: 25,000-50,000, 50,000-100,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 20,000 Bring-In, 50,000 Completion 50,000-100,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 25,000/35,000 Ante, 10,000-25,000 Blinds
2025 World Series of Poker
Event #18: $10,000 Dealers Choice 6-Handed Championship
Day: 3
Event Info
2025 World Series of Poker
Final Results
Event Info
Level Info
Players Info - Day 3
Buy-in
$10,000
Prize Pool
$1,413,600
Total Entries
152
Level
25
Blinds
0 / 0
Ante
0
Entries
14
Players Left
3
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
In the 893rd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England celebrate Jeff Madsen's 40th birthday before talking about two poker players who murdered their parents. Recently in Texas, Benjamin Frakes, 39, was taken into custody at Doghouse Poker Club in Cypress, a town 25 miles northwest of Downtown Houston. He was charged with capital murder for allegedly shooting his parents.
The tragic situation was reminiscent of poker player Ernie Scherer, who was convicted in 2011 of killing his parents in an elaborate plot to collect an inheritance. It's a true crime story that's been featured on 48 Hours but often overlooked by the poker world, that is, until the crew takes a look back in history and shares details of the horrific crime.
Chad then offers a behind-the-scenes look at Daniel Negreanu's 25K Fantasy Draft, including an interview with the man himself, before recapping recent tournament winners from the Triton Montenegro, including Jesse Lonis, Jason Koon, and Aleksa Pavicevic. Other stories covered include the return of the PokerStars Big Game and a preview of the Bar Poker Open coming to the Golden Nugget Las Vegas from June 8-13.
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has released its updated tournament rules for 2025, and whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time entrant, it's essential to understand the key changes.
While most of the rules remain consistent with past editions, several noteworthy updates have been made to improve game integrity, pace, and player behavior. There are six important rule changes and clarifications you need to know before taking your seat.
Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
The final seven players have been sent on a 60-minute dinner break.
Action will resume just after 7:30 p.m. local time.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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2,980,000
380,000
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380,000 |
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1,655,000
105,000
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105,000 |
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1,180,000
80,000
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80,000 |
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1,005,000
5,000
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5,000 |
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985,000
25,000
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25,000 |
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710,000
70,000
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70,000 |
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580,000 | |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit Omaha
Philip Sternheimer raised to 70,000 in the hijack and Ryan Hoenig called in the big blind.
The flop came A♣J♣6♠ and Sternheimer bet 85,000. Hoenig called to the 9♥ turn, where Sternheimer bet another 215,000. Hoenig again called.
Hoenig checked to Sternheimer on the J♠ river, and Sternheimer this time checked back. He showed A♠K♥J♦6♥ for a full house and Hoenig mucked.
"I misread my hand," Sternheimer said as he added to his already massive tower of chips he's assembling in front of him.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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2,600,000
200,000
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200,000 |
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1,000,000
450,000
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450,000 |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit Omaha
Ryan Hoenig opened to 40,000 in the hijack and Dylan Smith replied with a three-bet to 150,000 on the button. Action folded back to Hoenig, who made the call.
Hoenig checked the 8♠A♣6♠ flop and Smith continued for 125,000. Another call led to the J♣ turn, where both players checked.
Another pair of checks followed the Q♠ river. Smith announced a straight, showing K♥Q♥10♥9♦ to claim the pot as Hoenig mucked.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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1,550,000
310,000
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310,000 |
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1,450,000
20,000
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20,000 |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit Omaha
Dario Alioto raised to 40,000 under the gun and Philip Sternheimer called on the button.
Both players checked the A♠6♥A♣ flop. Alioto then led out for 35,000 on the 9♣ turn and Sternheimer called.
The river was the 4♦ and Alioto bet another 75,000. Sternheimer then raised to 225,000 and Alioto folded.
Sternheimer showed A♦A♥ for flopped quads as he took the pot. "I was thinking of check-raising you," Alioto said.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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2,400,000
220,000
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220,000 |
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1,100,000
400,000
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400,000 |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit Omaha
Dylan Smith raised to 70,000 on the button and Philip Sternheimer answered with a three-bet to 230,000 in the small blind. Smith counted out the call and the 2♠10♥10♣ flop was fanned out.
Sternheimer led out for 155,000, which was met with a raise to 410,000 from Smith. The call was made and the dealer flipped over the 8♥ turn.
Both players checked to see the 3♠ river, where another pair of checks followed. Sternheimer tabled A♦J♠J♣3♣ for two pair, good enough to claim the pot as Smith mucked.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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2,180,000
480,000
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480,000 |
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1,500,000
100,000
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100,000 |
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1,470,000
150,000
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150,000 |
|
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1,240,000
560,000
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560,000 |
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960,000
20,000
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20,000 |
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780,000
30,000
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30,000 |
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580,000
100,000
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100,000 |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit 2-7 Triple Draw
Adam Friedman raised to 45,000 in the hijack before Dario Alioto three-bet to 165,000 on the button. Friedman called and both players drew one.
Alioto then bet 135,000 and Friedman called. Friedman took one, while Alioto stood pat.
Alioto bet another 315,000 after the second draw, sending Friedman deep into the tank. Friedman pulled his bucket hat low over his head and began chewing on the string as he pondered the decision, taking a few minutes before eventually folding his hand.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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1,400,000
300,000
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300,000 |
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680,000
400,000
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400,000 |
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Level 21
Limit Flop/Draw: 20,000-40,000, 40,000-80,000 Limit
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Stud Games: 10,000 Ante, 10,000 Bring-In, 40,000 Completion 40,000-80,000 Limits
No-Limit & Pot-Limit: 20,000/30,000 Ante, 10,000-20,000 Blinds
Pot-Limit 2-7 Triple Draw
The first hand of the unofficial final table saw Dario Alioto open to 50,000 in middle position and Ryan Hoenig call in the cutoff. Philip Sternheimer came along in the big blind and announced he was checking dark while drawing two.
Alioto also took two, while Hoenig drew one. Alioto checked to Hoenig, who slid out a bet of 80,000. Sternheimer didn't take long to fold, with Alioto also sliding his cards to the dealer as Hoenig raked in the first pot.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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1,700,000
90,000
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90,000 |
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1,620,000
190,000
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190,000 |
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1,100,000
75,000
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75,000 |
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