The 2025 PGT PLO Series has officially crowned its champion—Jesse Lonis, who dominated the competition to secure the prestigious PGT Gold Cup. After an intense series of high-stakes events, Lonis finished with $799,140 in earnings, thanks to a series of remarkable finishes, including four final tables and a standout victory in Event #9. The win propelled Lonis to the top of the leaderboard, where he now joins an elite group of previous champions including Lautaro Guerra, Daniel Geeng, Samuli Sipila, and Matthew Wantman.
Dominating the Series: Jesse Lonis’s Journey to the Top
Lonis’s performance throughout the series was nothing short of spectacular. His impressive five cashes and consistent high finishes ensured his place at the top of the leaderboard. But it was his thrilling victory in Event #9, which netted him $308,850, that sealed his fate as the series champion. His stellar run in the $25k Pot-Limit Omaha Championship also played a pivotal role in his overall success.
Lonis’s Record-Breaking Results at the 2025 PGT PLO Series
| Event | Place | Prize | PGT Points |
| Event #2: $5,100 Pot-Limit Omaha | 3rd | $47,700 | 79 |
| Event #5: $10,100 Pot-Limit Omaha | 9th | $27,840 | 46 |
| Event #7: $15,100 Pot-Limit Omaha | 2nd | $204,750 | 164 |
| Event #9: $15,100 Pot-Limit Omaha | 1st | $308,850 | 247 |
| Event #10: $25,200 Pot-Limit Omaha Championship | 3rd | $210,000 | 126 |
With 662 PGT points, Lonis secured the PGT PLO Series Championship, edging out a fierce late charge by Alex Foxen, who finished second in Event #11. Lonis’s victory also catapulted him into seventh place on the PGT leaderboard for the season, solidifying his status as one of the top players in the game today.
Lonis’s Career Achievements
Jesse Lonis is no stranger to success. With over $15 million in lifetime tournament earnings, he now sits at an impressive 88th place on the All-Time Money List. At the PGT PLO Series, Lonis’s cumulative earnings have now surpassed $6 million, adding to his illustrious career of four PGT titles, 23 final tables, and 46 cashes.
2025 PGT PLO Series Final Leaderboard
| Rank | Player | Country | Winnings | Points |
| 1st | Jesse Lonis | United States | $799,140 | 662 |
| 2nd | Alex Foxen | United States | $647,185 | 633 |
| 3rd | Chino Rheem | United States | $540,475 | 506 |
| 4th | Bryce Yockey | United States | $402,650 | 437 |
| 5th | Tyler Brown | United States | $354,895 | 407 |
| 6th | Daniel Negreanu | Canada | $390,900 | 397 |
| 7th | Jim Collopy | United States | $505,492 | 356 |
| 8th | Dylan Weisman | United States | $481,433 | 324 |
| 9th | Lautaro Guerra | Spain | $383,865 | 314 |
| 10th | Dylan Smith | United States | $295,870 | 305 |
Milestones of the 2025 PGT PLO Series: A Season to Remember
The 2025 PGT PLO Series proved to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. With multiple players winning their first PGT titles and some seasoned veterans adding to their collection, it was a series filled with high drama and stellar performances. Notable winners like Ky Nguyen, Billy Tarango, Daniel Negreanu, and Chino Rheem all had their moments in the spotlight.
For Lonis, this victory marks the latest achievement in a growing career full of incredible accomplishments. As he basks in the glory of his 2025 PGT PLO Series title, fans are left wondering what’s next for the rising star.
Stay tuned to POKERBOL for more updates on the latest events and to learn how you can qualify for the season-ending $1,000,000 PGT Championship freeroll.
Source: PGT.COM
