Phil Hellmuth Denied – Gold for Alexander Antonios in Melbourne

Earlier today, Phil Hellmuth had his shot at the WSOP bracelet number fourteen and numerous fans across the globe were rooting for this to happen. However, it was not to be, as Phil was sent to the rail in fourth place, having to wait another opportunity to add to his impressive bracelet collection.

Hellmuth drew the first blood at the final table, sending home the November Niner Bruno Politano in sixth place and capturing the lead. However, it wasn’t to last as he would soon find out. Going back and forth between the chip lead and the short stack, Hellmuth’s admirable attempt was finally cut short by Michael Tran whose Pocket Fours held up against Hellmuth’s Ace-Seven.

Bummed to finish 4th. I slept 13 hours, was fresh and ready to win! Was unlucky in a couple key hands, BUT I coulda played better as well

— phil_hellmuth (phil_hellmuth) October 11, 2014

The legend of poker, Phil Hellmuth was denied his 14th WSOP bracelet. He is still number one He’s the one who made the most final tables, posted the most cashes and won the most WSOP bracelets. Just five players stood between him and the 14th gold bracelet, but this time, unfortunately for Phil and his fans, things just wouldn’t go Phil’s way. This was the Hellmuth’s eight cash and third final table at the World Series of Poker events this year.

Alexander Antonios from Sidney won his first WSOP bracelet, taking home pleasant AU$128,784, beating Michael Tran in heads – up. His victory continues the domination of Aussies at this year’s WSOP APAC. In a winner’s interview for WSOP.com, Antonios revealed his opinion of Phil Hellmuth.

This event was very interesting to watch, especially in the early stages of the final table, where Antonios and Hellmuth got into a minor verbal war. As always, Hellmuth was the one who had taken an initiative, and told Antonios that he’s been thinking about him all night and studying his game, and of course, that sooner or later he is going to catch him in a bluff. It didn’t end up happening for Hellmuth and he left tournament without another bracelet to add to his prestigious collection.

One more prominent player at the final table was Brazilan Bruno Politano, one of the members of the upcoming November Nine. He was the first player eliminated from the final table by Hellmuth. Bruno will be hoping to fare better in November when the battle for the World Champion’s title will commence.

Final standings for the Event #7 – the $2,200 6-Max NLHE

1. Alexander Antonios – $128,784

2. Michael Tran – $79,646

3. Steve Zhou - $55,365

4. Phil Hellmuth – $38,909

5. Yu Karita – $27, 624

6. Bruno Politano – $19,809