Ryan Bambrick Denies Daniel Negreanu in Thrilling WSOP Final Table to Win Second Bracelet

In an unforgettable showdown at the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP), Ryan Bambrick stormed through one of the toughest final tables of the summer to clinch his second career bracelet and a career-best payday of $470,437. But the real headline? He did it by taking down none other than Daniel Negreanu and Viktor “Isildur1” Blom in the process.

The Final Table That Had Everyone Talking

Poker fans had their eyes glued to the action in Event #9: $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship, and for good reason. The final nine included poker giants like Negreanu, Blom, and Ben Lamb, each looking to etch their names deeper into WSOP history. But it was the lesser-known Bambrick who rewrote his own story.

Coming in as one of the chip leaders, Bambrick showed no fear, especially with crowd favorite Negreanu seated across from him. The tension was electric as the two navigated a minefield of elite competition.

“It’s pretty sweet to beat Daniel Negreanu and Isildur1 at the final table,” Bambrick said with a grin after the win. “It’s kind of surreal really.”

Final Table Results – Event #9: $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship

The Turning Point

Bambrick, who already had a WSOP bracelet from 2018, entered the final table tied for second in chips with Negreanu, just behind Blom. Early on, he scored a pivotal hand—rivering a better two pair against Blom—which launched him into the lead.

As the day progressed, Blom couldn’t catch a break, eventually falling in 4th place after Bambrick rivered a flush. Meanwhile, Negreanu dug deep and made a run, crushing quads to eliminate Ofir Mor and narrow Bambrick’s chip lead to roughly 2:1 entering heads-up play.

But Bambrick never let go of the driver’s seat.

“Focus and play for the win. Don’t worry about ICM, just play to win,” Bambrick said when asked about his final table strategy.

Heads-Up With a Legend

The rail was packed with Negreanu fans, erupting with every pot he dragged. Yet Bambrick remained composed, even as the momentum appeared to be shifting.

Negreanu battled back valiantly, cutting the deficit, but Bambrick kept finding premium hands. The final blow came when Negreanu, holding trips, shoved the turn—only to be up against Bambrick’s nut full house. The river blanked, and just like that, it was over.

A brief handshake and a congratulatory word from Negreanu later, Bambrick soaked in the moment.

“Everyone was clapping for Daniel, but I had a couple of people for me too,” Bambrick said. “Honestly, I liked it. It didn’t intimidate me at all.”

Bambrick’s Rise

This win more than doubles Bambrick’s career live earnings and marks his first cash in a five-figure buy-in event. What’s even more remarkable is that this was just his second appearance at a WSOP final table—and his second bracelet. A perfect two-for-two.

He now plans to play a “pretty full slate” at the 2025 WSOP, and with momentum like this, he could be one of the breakout stories of the summer.

Final Thoughts

Ryan Bambrick’s victory over a field stacked with legends like Daniel Negreanu and Viktor Blom isn’t just a result—it’s a message. In a game where legends loom large, new heroes are always rising. His ability to stay composed, adapt to opponents, and execute when it mattered most turned a solid run into a career-defining moment.

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