Dramatic Poker Showdown Ends Jose Lopez's Tournament Run in 8th Place
A high-stakes hand at the poker table saw Jose Lopez exit the tournament in 8th place. His elimination came after a dramatic showdown with Jose Aguilera, who secured a winning flush on the river. Lopez took home €4,600 for his efforts.
The final moments of Lopez's run began when he placed a 195,000-chip bet on the river. Aguilera responded by going all-in for 670,000, forcing Lopez to call. The cards revealed Aguilera's nut flush, beating Lopez's turned straight.
This result marks a notable difference in recent performances between the two players. Aguilera had previously finished 189th in the EPT Paris 2026 Main Event, earning €8,550—a modest sum compared to top finishers like Jorge Abreu (1st, €1,148,600) and 'xflixx' (2nd, €717,350). No other major tournament successes for Aguilera have been recorded in the past year. For Lopez, the 8th-place finish ends his run in this event. His elimination leaves the remaining players to compete for higher payouts and positions.
Lopez's exit confirms Aguilera's rivered flush as the decisive moment. The €4,600 prize reflects Lopez's deep run, while Aguilera's earlier EPT Paris result remains his most notable recent cash. The tournament now continues with seven players still in contention.
