At the 2025 Merit Poker Classic Millions, Boris Kolev secured a monumental victory, claiming a $1,000,000 top prize after defeating Mehdi Chaoui in heads-up play. This match emphasized the substantial financial stakes, showcasing a $700,000 difference between first and second places. Kolev’s triumph represents his first million-dollar payday, elevating his total career earnings close to $5.5 million. The tournament, boasting a prize pool of $1,950,000, took place at the Merit Royal Diamond Hotel Casino & Spa, featuring notable players like Andrey Pateychuk who finished in seventh place with $55,000.
"The heads-up showdown at the 2025 Merit Poker Classic Millions featured a $700,000 disparity between champion Boris Kolev and runner-up Mehdi Chaoui, highlighting the tournament's high stakes."
"Kolev's victory marks his first million-dollar payday and boosts his career tournament earnings to nearly $5.5 million, a significant milestone in his poker journey."
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