Dutch Poker Masters High Roller nears climax with four players remaining

A triple-up propelled Hobday to the top, but Ning Ma lurks just behind. The next few hands will crown a new champion—or rewrite the leaderboard.

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2026 January 20 . 10:30 AM

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Dutch Poker Masters High Roller nears climax with four players remaining

The Dutch Poker Masters High Roller tournament has reached its final stages. After intense play, only four competitors remain, with Jacob Hobday currently leading the chip race. The event is taking place at King’s Resort in Rozvadov, Czech Republic—the same venue where Mike Zhou claimed victory in January 2026.

The final four players have paused for a break before the decisive hands. Hobday holds a narrow lead with 3,005,000 chips, thanks to a crucial triple-up earlier in the session. Close behind is Ning Ma, who sits on 2,830,000 chips.

All remaining competitors still have deep stacks, each holding over 20 big blinds. The tension is high as they prepare to return to the tables and battle for the title.

The tournament’s outcome will hinge on the next few hands. With Hobday slightly ahead but Ma pressing close, the final showdown promises tight competition. The winner will follow in the footsteps of Mike Zhou, who secured the High Roller title at the same venue last year.