Scott Seiver added another chapter to his storied poker career by winning Event #10, the $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship at the 2024 World Series of Poker. The victory earned him $426,744 and his fifth WSOP bracelet. Seiver triumphed over Jonathan Cohen in a heads-up battle that lasted just thirty minutes.
Four Days of High-Stakes Poker
This marathon tournament which lasted a full four days, saw 197 top-tier PLO8 players compete, creating a substantial prize pool of $1,832,100. Seiver, a prominent figure in high-stakes poker, displayed exceptional skill and endurance to secure his place among five-time bracelet winners like John Juanda, Benny Glaser, and John Monnette.
Reflecting on his victory, Seiver told PokerNews, “This was exhausting. I wouldn’t be surprised if this was one of, if not the longest, non-Main Event tournaments there has been. I feel great now that I’ve won.“
WSOP 2024 Event #10: $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Results
Place | Player | Country | Prize |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Scott Seiver | United States | $426,744 |
2 | Jonathan Cohen | Canada | $284,495 |
3 | Calvin Anderson | United States | $197,582 |
4 | Paul Zappulla | United States | $140,273 |
5 | Sami Saad El-Dein | United States | $101,853 |
6 | Benny Glaser | United Kingdom | $75,678 |
7 | Jake Schwartz | United States | $57,570 |
8 | Jared Bleznick | United States | $44,864 |
9 | Patrick Moulder | United States | $35,838 |
A Meaningful Victory
After posing for winner’s photos, Seiver shared his thoughts on the significance of this bracelet and his goals for the 2024 WSOP. “This bracelet actually means a lot to me,” he said. “Everyone who plays a tournament always wants to win, but I came into this summer with a real desire to try and win as many bracelets as I can.”
Seiver’s resilience was evident in his comeback from being the short stack during three-handed play. “I think my style of play, especially in Omaha 8 or Better or split pot games in general, allows me to survive on a short stack for a long time.”
Eligible for the Poker Hall of Fame next year, Seiver is eager to continue proving his prowess. “Honestly, I’ve been one of the best in the world at cash games, heads-up no-limit tournaments, literally almost any form of poker there has been. And I just feel that it was important to let people know that I’m still here and doing this.”
Journey to the Title
Seiver took the chip lead at the end of Day 1 and maintained his momentum throughout the tournament. Late registration was available until day 2 and 30 players earned a min-cash of $20,309, with Patrick Leonard missing out as the bubble boy.
Patrick Moulder, entering the final table with a middling stack, was the first to be eliminated, exiting in ninth place to Benny Glaser. Jared Bleznick, after losing multiple pots, was eliminated in eighth place by Cohen. Jake Schwartz followed in seventh place, falling to Paul Zappulla after a critical turn card.
Benny Glaser, the most decorated player at the final table with five bracelets, finished in sixth place after a string of bad luck. Sami Saad El-Dein, the Day 2 chip leader, was eliminated in fifth place by Seiver after struggling in shorthanded play.
Paul Zappulla, the only bracelet-less player among the final four, was eliminated in fourth place after encountering Calvin Anderson’s quads. Anderson, despite his strong play, finished in third place after losing to Seiver in a preflop all-in.
Heads-Up Dominance
Entering heads-up play with a 4:1 chip lead, Seiver faced a resilient Cohen. Despite Cohen’s tenacity, Seiver’s relentless aggression secured his victory in just thirty minutes, earning his fifth WSOP bracelet.
Scott Seiver’s impressive performance in Event #10 highlights his enduring talent and determination in the poker world. This victory adds another accolade to his illustrious career, reinforcing his status as one of poker’s elite players.
* Images and results courtesy of WSOP