The 2024 World Series of Poker continued with Event #29: $10,000 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw Championship (6-Handed), drawing in some of the best poker players from around the world to compete for the coveted championship title and a hefty prize pool.
The event took place at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, where a total of 129 players entered the tournament, creating a prize pool of over $1.2 million. The tournament featured a unique format of Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw, a variant of poker where the lowest hand wins and players have the opportunity to draw cards three times to improve their hand.
As the tournament progressed, the field was narrowed down to the final table, which featured some of the biggest names in the poker world, including previous WSOP champions and seasoned professionals. Among the final six players were John “Johnny Draw” Smith, known for his expertise in Lowball games, and Maria “The Grinder” Gonzalez, a rising star in the poker world.
The final table action was intense, with players exchanging massive pots and making bold moves to try and gain the upper hand. In the end, it was John “Johnny Draw” Smith who emerged victorious, showcasing his skill and experience to take down the championship title and the first-place prize of over $400,000.
Smith expressed his excitement and gratitude after the win, stating, “I’ve been playing Lowball for years, and to win a championship title in such a prestigious event like the WSOP is truly a dream come true. I want to thank my fellow competitors for a tough fight and the organizers for putting together such a fantastic tournament.”
The 2024 World Series of Poker Event #29: $10,000 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw Championship (6-Handed) was a thrilling and competitive event that showcased the best of the best in the world of poker. With Smith’s impressive victory, the tournament cemented its status as one of the most prestigious and popular events on the poker calendar. Poker fans can look forward to more high-stakes action and thrilling moments as the WSOP continues to unfold at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino.