Dylan Linde, a professional poker player from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has won his second World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet in Event #45: $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha.
Linde, who also won a bracelet in 2018 in the $1,500 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better event, outlasted a field of 218 players to claim the top prize of $279,932. In addition to the bracelet and the cash, Linde also earned 616 Card Player Player of the Year points for his victory.
The final table of the event was stacked with talent, including four other bracelet winners and a wide range of experience levels. Linde entered the final table with the chip lead and never looked back, eventually defeating Benjamin Lo in a heads-up battle to secure the victory.
“I am thrilled to win my second WSOP bracelet,” Linde said in a post-tournament interview. “Pot-Limit Omaha is one of my favorite games to play, and it feels amazing to come out on top against such a tough field.”
Linde, who has been playing professionally for over a decade, has notched several impressive finishes in major poker tournaments throughout his career. In addition to his two WSOP bracelets, he has also cashed in multiple World Poker Tour events and has earned over $2 million in live tournament winnings.
The 34-year-old poker pro is known for his calm and calculated playing style, as well as his ability to read his opponents and make smart decisions at the table. His victory in Event #45 is a testament to his skill and dedication to the game of poker.
Linde’s win has also garnered praise from his fellow poker pros, with many taking to social media to congratulate him on his accomplishment. Fans of the game are already looking forward to seeing what he will accomplish next on the felt.
With his second WSOP bracelet in hand, Dylan Linde has solidified his place among the elite players in the poker world. As he continues to hone his craft and compete at the highest levels, there’s no telling how many more bracelets he might add to his collection in the future.
