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Isaac Haxton Finally Wins Triton Poker Series Main Event

Haxton's long-awaited triumph came after outplaying top poker talents. He defeated Nacho Barbero in a tense heads-up match, securing his first Triton Main Event win.

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In this image there are people sitting on benches and playing cards.

Isaac Haxton Finally Wins Triton Poker Series Main Event

Isaac Haxton has finally claimed victory at the Triton Poker Series, winning the $100K PLO Main Event in Jeju, South Korea, after nearly a decade of trying. The victory earned him a substantial $2.7 million and a luxurious Jacobs & Co. watch.

Haxton's triumph came after a grueling final table that saw him outplay some of the world's best poker talents. He eliminated Jesse Lonis and Robert Cowen in four-handed play before facing a star-studded final table that included Jesse Lonis, Rahul Byrraju, Robert Cowen, Danny Tang, Klemens Roiter, and Nacho Barbero.

In the heads-up play against Nacho Barbero, Haxton held a commanding three-to-one chip advantage. Despite this, Barbero put up a strong fight, having previously defeated Phil Ivey in a heads-up match. However, Haxton's skill and determination proved insurmountable. The final hand saw Haxton make a straight on the river, besting Barbero's hand and securing his long-awaited victory.

Haxton's victory is even more impressive considering his previous near-misses. He had finished in second and third places in previous Triton Main Events. This time, however, he stood tall as the champion.

Isaac Haxton's victory at the Triton Poker Series is a testament to his skill, patience, and perseverance. With this win, he adds $2.7 million and a prestigious watch to his already impressive $57 million in lifetime earnings, a third of which comes from Triton final tables. Haxton's name is now etched in poker history as a Triton champion after a decade of trying.

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