Breaking News: French Poker Players Excel at WSOP 2025 – Samy BoujMala Advances to Final Table
June 6, 2025 – In a thrilling turn of events at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2025, French poker player Samy BoujMala has secured a spot at the final table of Event #17: $2,000 No-Limit Hold’em. This achievement marks his second final table appearance at the WSOP, following his sixth place in a $3,000 6-max event in 2023.
Day 3 Highlights
Day 3 of the event saw intense competition among the remaining 19 players. Out of the 1,692 initial entries, only two French players made it to the final table. Unfortunately for Dubonnet, he was eliminated in 11th place, winning $30,161. However, Samy BoujMala’s journey continued, but he was the first to be eliminated from the final table, finishing in 9th place for a prize of $38,369.
Heads-Up Showdown Awaits
The final showdown between Scott Bohlman and To gasp to smith will take place on Friday. Bohlman, who has a chance to win his second bracelet, leads the chip count with 30,500,000 tokens compared to Smith’s 20,500,000 tokens. This event could see Smith become the first woman to win a WSOP bracelet since Vivian Saliba’s victory in 2024.
Final Table Payouts
The final table payouts are as follows:
- 1st: Scott Bohlman (United States) – $30,500,000*
- 2nd: To gasp to smith (United States) – $20,500,000*
- 3rd: Umesh Babi (United States) – $210,033
- 4th: Quan Zhou (China) – $153,576
- 5th: Benjamin Williams (United States) – $113,617
- 6th: Xiaohu Liu (China) – $85,056
- 7th: Rafael Mota (Brazil) – $64,443
- 8th: Henrik Juncker (Denmark) – $49,421
- 9th: Samy BoujMala (France) – $38,369
- 10th: All Shen (Canada) – $30,161
*Always at stake
Evergreen Context
The WSOP, held annually in Las Vegas, is one of the most prestigious poker tournaments in the world. It attracts top players from around the globe, offering a chance to win coveted bracelets and substantial prize money. For French poker enthusiasts, the WSOP provides a unique opportunity to showcase their skills on an international stage.
Poker strategy experts recommend staying focused and disciplined during high-stakes tournaments. Players should also be aware of the importance of bankroll management and understanding the odds to make informed decisions at the table.
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