Final Showdown: The $50,000 Super High Roller at the 2024 EPT Cyprus
The stage is set, and the tension is palpable as the final six players prepare to battle it out in the prestigious $50,000 Super High Roller event at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Cyprus. Originally starting with a robust field of 47 entries, the stakes have never been higher, with a coveted trophy and a staggering first-place prize of $786,570 on the line.
The Prospects of Adrian Mateos
Leading the charge is Spain’s own Adrian Mateos. With a towering chip stack that constitutes nearly half of the total chips in play, Mateos is the clear frontrunner heading into the final table. Having crossed the monumental milestone of $50 million in live earnings just last week, his journey in this tournament has been nothing short of remarkable. With skilled play and a sudden surge of momentum on Day 2, he transformed a precarious short stack into a commanding lead. As he eyes his next major title, the question on everyone’s lips is whether he can maintain his dominance when the pressure is at its peak.
A Rising Star: Roman Hrabec
In the second position is Czech prodigy Roman Hrabec, a player who is well-acquainted with the bright lights of the feature table at the Merit Royal Hotel Casino & Spa. Hrabec boasts an impressive recent record, including a win at a $25K event at the same venue just a few months ago, followed by a spectacular Triton Poker Main Event victory worth $4.33 million in South Korea. Yet, despite his accolades and near-misses in EPT events, including a runner-up finish at the UKIPT High Roller in London, Hrabec has yet to claim victory under the EPT banner. Could this be the tournament that finally sees him ascend to the top?
The Final Table Line-Up
As we look at the 2024 EPT Cyprus $50,000 Super High Roller seat draw, it becomes apparent that the competition includes a mix of seasoned champions and hungry challengers:
| Seat | Player | Country | Chip Count | Big Blinds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Zubov | Russia | 625,000 | 13 |
| 2 | Adrian Mateos | Spain | 5,175,000 | 104 |
| 3 | Roman Hrabec | Czechia | 2,630,000 | 53 |
| 4 | Artur Martirosian | Russia | 2,235,000 | 45 |
| 5 | Mikilai Vaskaboinikau | Belarus | 660,000 | 13 |
| 6 | Jamil Wakil | Canada | 425,000 | 9 |
Artur Martirosian, occupying the third position in chips, is another player worth noting. An EPT Main Event champion at just 22 years old after his victory in EPT Sochi 2021, Martirosian has continued to build an impressive resume, currently boasting close to $16 million in live tournament earnings. His prowess on both the live felt and online arenas makes him a formidable opponent at this final table.
Balancing the Chip Counts
While Mateos, Hrabec, and Martirosian head the top of the chip leaderboard, the remaining players require strategic invigoration to shift the tournament’s momentum. Mikilai Vaskaboinikau, Alexander Zubov, and Jamil Wakil round out the field but will face an uphill battle, each with less than 15 big blinds. Their paths to success may involve bold and aggressive plays to accumulate chips quickly and stay in contention.
Upcoming Schedule and Payout Structure
The anticipation is building as the six competitors will reconvene for a livestreamed final table at 12:30 PM local time. With 41:19 remaining in Level 18—blinds at 25,000/50,000 and a 50,000 big blind ante—the stakes are astronomical. The event is set to continue until a champion emerges, with every participant already guaranteed a six-figure payout.
Payout Structure:
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1 | $786,570 |
| 2 | $513,000 |
| 3 | $353,400 |
| 4 | $262,200 |
| 5 | $205,200 |
| 6 | $159,600 |
Conclusion: The Battle Awaits
As the final table approaches, the excitement surrounding the $50,000 Super High Roller at the 2024 PokerStars EPT Cyprus is palpable. Will Adrian Mateos leverage his dominant chip lead to claim another title, or will one of his rivals, such as Roman Hrabec or Artur Martirosian, disrupt his plans?
Stay tuned with PokerNews for real-time updates and in-depth coverage of every riveting moment of this high-stakes battle, where skill meets strategy and champions are forged in the heat of competition.
