Paul Phua Wins Triton Madrid Event #2: €30K NLH 7-Handed

Paul Phua has finally achieved a long-awaited victory at the Triton Madrid Event #2, securing the €30k 7-handed title worth €740,400. This win holds immense significance for Phua, who co-founded the Triton series with Richard Yong in 2015. The tournament featured some of the world's top high-stakes MTT players, including Phil Ivey, Mike Watson, Fedor Holz, Ike Haxton, and Erik Seidel.

The final table was intense, with Kannapong Thanarattrakul finishing fourth, earning €266,500. Isaac Haxton finished third, earning €340,300. The heads-up battle between Phua and Erik Seidel was particularly thrilling. Phua overcame Seidel’s pocket sevens and pocket jacks to build a huge lead and ultimately win the tournament. Seidel finished second, earning €514,800.

Phua's victory was celebrated by the crowd, marking a significant milestone in his poker career. He reflected on the heads-up battle, stating, “I knew he’d be tough. Erik’s so experienced, such a great player, but anything can happen.”