WSOP Day 27 Recap

Day 27 of the 2025 World Series of Poker delivered everything poker fans could ask for: a thrilling bracelet victory, legendary players making deep runs, and promising action setting up for the days ahead. From Dylan Linde’s remarkable comeback story to Chris Moorman’s strong position in the Millionaire Maker, June 22 proved once again why the WSOP remains poker’s premier championship series.

Dylan Linde Completes Epic Comeback in $50K PLO High Roller

The headline story of Day 27 belonged to Dylan Linde, who captured his third WSOP bracelet in spectacular fashion by winning Event #57: $50,000 Pot-Limit Omaha High Roller. What made this victory particularly impressive was Linde’s position entering the final day – he was one of the shortest stacks remaining, making his eventual triumph a testament to both skill and determination.

Linde’s path to glory culminated in a heads-up battle against Stephen Chidwick, one of poker’s most accomplished tournament players. The victory not only added bracelet number three to Linde’s collection but also delivered a career-best payday of $2,146,414. This massive score demonstrates the life-changing potential that high roller events offer to the world’s elite players.

The $50,000 buy-in PLO event consistently attracts the game’s biggest names, and Linde’s ability to navigate through such a tough field while starting the final day as a short stack showcases the comeback potential that makes tournament poker so compelling.

Chris Moorman Surges in Millionaire Maker

While only one bracelet was awarded on Day 27, several events advanced toward their conclusions, with Event #53: $1,500 Millionaire Maker providing perhaps the most exciting storyline for poker fans worldwide. Day 2 saw the field reduced from 2,618 players to just 357 survivors, and sitting in sixth place with 2,295,000 chips is none other than Chris Moorman.

The British poker legend, who has dominated online tournaments for over a decade, finds himself in prime position to capture his third WSOP bracelet. Moorman’s previous bracelet victories came in 2017 ($3,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed) and 2021 ($800 No-Limit Hold’em 8-Max Turbo Deepstack online), and his presence near the top of the leaderboard has fans buzzing about the possibility of another bracelet for the popular pro.

Currently leading the pack is Collin Ball with 3,245,000 chips, followed by Artem Tuliupa (3,135,000) and David Rees (2,830,000). However, Moorman isn’t the only accomplished player in contention. Notable pros Matt Glantz (2,015,000), Josh Reichard (1,350,000), Stephen Song (1,290,000), Uri Reichenstein (1,170,000), and Aram Zobian (1,045,000) all boast seven-figure stacks heading into Day 3.

The Millionaire Maker continues to live up to its name as one of the WSOP’s most popular events, offering recreational players and pros alike the chance to compete for a seven-figure first prize at a relatively accessible buy-in level.

Nine Game Mix Nears Conclusion

Event #58: $3,000 Nine Game Mix, often called the “Mini Poker Players Championship,” has reached its final 18 players with Jonathan Glendinning leading the charge with 1,446,000 chips. This event tests players across nine different poker variants, separating the true students of the game from those who specialize in just one format.

The remaining field reads like a who’s who of mixed game excellence. Jon Kyte (1,425,000) sits in second place, followed by Thomas Taylor (1,278,000), Jeff Madsen (1,200,000), and Fu Wong (1,200,000) who are tied for fourth. Other notable players still in contention include Yueqi Zhu (1,160,000), Philip Sternheimer (975,000), Robert Wells (969,000), and defending champion Yuri Dzivielevski (705,000).

The event is scheduled to crown its champion on Day 28, making it one of the must-watch tournaments as the field battles through the final table to determine who can best navigate the challenging mix of poker variants.

Battle of the Ages Delivers Unique Format

One of the most innovative events on the WSOP schedule, Event #59: $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em Battle of the Ages, has successfully completed its unique two-flight structure. Day 1a featured players aged 50 and over, while Day 1b was reserved for the under-50 crowd, creating an intriguing generational showdown that has reduced 3,074 entries to 461 survivors.

Leading the combined field is Joseph Roh with 595,000 chips. Roh, who won a bracelet in 2023 taking down the $600 No-Limit Hold’em Ultra Stack for $401,250, will be looking to add to his WSOP legacy. Japanese grinder Kazuhiro Shirasawa (553,000) and William Hernandez (517,000) round out the top three positions.

The survivor list includes bracelet winners like Ryan Riess and Michael Mizrachi, alongside notable names such as Kenneth Kim (470,000), Joao Simao (349,000), Shawn Buchanan (244,000), Arthur Morris (230,000), Jeremy Becker (219,000), and Kane Kalas (200,000). Day 2 is scheduled to play down to a champion, making it a marathon day that will determine whether experience or youth prevails.

Limit Hold’em Action and New Events on Tap

Event #60: $3,000 Limit Hold’em saw Philip Tom emerge as the Day 1 chip leader with 380,000, leading 100 survivors from the original 343-entry field. Tom, who won a bracelet in the 2008 $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em Shootout, will look to add to his WSOP resume in this classic poker format.

The field includes accomplished players like Marco Johnson (355,000), Roland Israelashvili (284,000), Patrick Leonard (279,900), and recent bracelet winner Benny Glaser (110,000), ensuring competitive action as the event progresses.

Looking Ahead to Day 28

Day 28 promises to deliver even more exciting poker action across multiple events. The Millionaire Maker continues its Day 3 progression at 11:00 a.m., while the Nine Game Mix looks to crown its champion starting at 1:00 p.m. The Battle of the Ages will attempt to finish at 2:00 p.m., and Limit Hold’em continues with Day 2 at 1:00 p.m.

Three new events will also join the tournament area: Event #61: $500 No-Limit Hold’em Freezeout kicks off at 10:00 a.m., followed by Event #62: $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em at noon, and Event #63: $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw at 2:00 p.m.

With multiple events reaching their climax and new tournaments beginning, Day 28 is shaping up to be another action-packed day at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. Whether you’re following Chris Moorman’s bracelet chase or watching the generational battle unfold, the 2025 WSOP continues to deliver the drama and excitement that has made it poker’s most prestigious series.