Christopher Nguyen achieved a significant milestone by winning the €20,800 no-limit hold'em high roller at the 2026 World Series of Poker Europe, earning his first gold bracelet and $1,265,000. This victory marks his third seven-figure score in just 16 months. Nguyen previously won the EPT Malta high roller and finished fifth in the WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. The tournament attracted 242 entrants, creating a prize pool of $5,399,000, and Nguyen's performance has positioned him just outside the top 20 in the Card Player Player of the Year race.
"Christopher Nguyen's victory at the 2026 World Series of Poker Europe high roller event not only earned him his first gold bracelet but also a substantial prize of $1,265,000, marking his third seven-figure score in 16 months."
"The tournament attracted a total of 242 entrants, resulting in a prize pool of $5,399,000, showcasing the high stakes and competitive nature of the event."
"Nguyen's win adds to his impressive poker resume, which includes a title at the 2025 EPT Malta high roller and a fifth-place finish in the 2024 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event."
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