The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) continues to deliver high-stakes drama, elite gameplay, and record-breaking moments at the Horseshoe and Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. As of June 6, several events have already crowned champions, showcasing both seasoned legends and rising stars. Lou Garza clinched his second WSOP bracelet in the $25K High Roller Mixed, while Benny Glaser made headlines by capturing back-to-back bracelets, bringing his career total to seven.
Chip leaders have emerged in numerous ongoing events, including Scott Bohlman in the $2K NLHE, Ryan Hoenig in the $10K Dealers Choice, and Zachary Zaret’s massive comeback in the $1,500 PLO Hi-Lo. Events like the $500 COLOSSUS, $25K High Roller 6-Handed, and the record-setting $1,500 Badugi are still in progress.
With dozens of bracelets left to award, the WSOP 2025 is far from over, and every day adds to poker’s growing legacy.
Event #14: $25,000 High Roller PLO/NLH Mixed
- Date: June 02–05, 2025
- Format: Mixed PLO/NLH High Roller
- Winner: Lou Garza (USA)
- Chips Count: 36,650,000
Description: Lou Garza mounted a remarkable heads-up comeback to defeat Ben Lamb and claim his second WSOP bracelet. Winning $1,302,233, Garza dominated the $25K Mixed event with confidence and control. The event featured some of the best talents in the game, making Garza’s victory a significant highlight in this year’s high-stakes WSOP schedule.
Event #15: $1,500 Mixed: Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
- Date: June 02–05, 2025
- Format: Mixed Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
- Winner: Benny Glaser (UK)
- Chips Count: 31,000,000
Description: Benny Glaser captured his seventh WSOP bracelet by going back-to-back with a win in the $1,500 Mixed Omaha event. Glaser demonstrated supreme skill in split-pot formats, beating a competitive field to pocket $258,193. His winning hand (K♠ 9♣ 7♣ 3♣) sealed another championship in what’s shaping up to be a historic run.
Event #17: $2,000 No-Limit Hold’em
- Date: June 03–06, 2025
- Format: No-Limit Hold’em
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Scott Bohlman – 30,250,000
Description: The $2K No-Limit Hold’em event heads into an unscheduled extra day with Scott Bohlman leading the final table. He holds 30.25 million in chips, followed by Dusti Smith. With intense eliminations, such as Umesh Babusukumar’s (3rd), the championship remains undecided. The final stretch promises big moments as players chase the bracelet and six-figure payday.
Event #18: $10,000 Dealers Choice 6-Handed Championship
- Date: June 03–06, 2025
- Format: Dealers Choice (6-Handed)
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Ryan Hoenig – 4,995,000
Description: The final three players in this demanding mixed-game championship return for an extra day after no clear winner emerged on Day 3. Ryan Hoenig leads with nearly 5 million chips. This format rotates over 20 poker variants, requiring deep all-around skill. A new Dealers Choice champion will be crowned after extended play resumes.
Event #19: $500 COLOSSUS
- Date: June 04–10, 2025
- Format: No-Limit Hold’em
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Theo Rebour – 1,504,000
Description: Known for its gigantic player pool, the COLOSSUS event continues with Day 2 approaching. Theo Rebour emerged as the Day 1b chip leader with over 1.5 million chips. Not far behind are David Levy and Ryan Woodward. With thousands vying for a massive payout, the COLOSSUS promises drama, surprises, and potentially life-changing wins.
Event #20: $1,500 SHOOTOUT
- Date: June 04–06, 2025
- Format: No-Limit Hold’em Shootout
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Tian Liu – 2,225,000
Description: The $1,500 SHOOTOUT event is down to its final table with Tian Liu in the lead at 2.2 million chips. Hot on his heels are Tzur Levy and Frederick Goldberg. Each player had to win their table to advance, adding unique pressure and skill requirements to the competition. The final shootout will determine who claims this bracelet.
Event #21: $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
- Date: June 04–07, 2025
- Format: Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Zachary Zaret – 7,060,000
Description: Zachary Zaret turned six big blinds into the chip lead in an epic Day 2 run. Now at over 7 million chips, he leads the pack in the $1,500 PLO Hi-Lo 8 or Better event. Bryce Yockey and Ronnie Tate follow closely behind. The mix of strategy and split pots sets up a tense finish.
Event #22: $25,000 High Roller 6-Handed
- Date: June 05–08, 2025
- Format: No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed High Roller
- Winner: Not Yet Concluded
- Chips Count: Michael Gathy – 1,836,000
Description: The $25K High Roller 6-Handed event kicked off with elite players battling it out. Michael Gathy leads Day 2 with over 1.8 million chips. Poker veterans like Nick Schulman and Jared Bleznick are in close pursuit. The condensed 6-handed format ensures fast action, big pots, and one of the most prestigious bracelets in play.
Conclusion
From historic comebacks to record-setting fields, the 2025 WSOP is already shaping up as one of the most thrilling series in recent memory. With big names and fresh faces alike making deep runs, every event is a must-watch. As we head deeper into June, the action is only heating up—stay tuned for more champions and unforgettable moments.
FAQs
1. Where is the 2025 WSOP being held?
The series is hosted at the Horseshoe and Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
2. How long does the WSOP 2025 run?
Live coverage runs from May 27 to July 16, 2025.
3. Who has won the most bracelets so far?
Benny Glaser has already won two bracelets, bringing his total to seven.
4. What is the biggest prize awarded so far?
Lou Garza won $1,302,233 in the $25,000 High Roller Mixed event.
5. Which events are still ongoing?
Events such as the $500 Colossus, $ 25,000 6-Handed High Roller, and $1,500 Badugi are still in progress as of June 6.
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