When players gathered at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino this spring, the excitement in the air was almost tangible. It wasn’t just another poker tournament — it was the 2025 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown, an event destined to carve its name in the history books. And boy, did it deliver! With a staggering 2,290 entries, the tournament shattered expectations, creating a massive $7,328,000 prize pool and setting the stage for a final table showdown that fans won’t soon forget.
Poker legends, online heroes, and fresh faces all clashed under the bright Florida lights, and now, six players stand on the edge of greatness, eyeing not just the first-place prize of $839,300, but also a prestigious seat into the $10,400 WPT World Championship.
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Record-Breaking Numbers Set the Tone for 2025
The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown has always been a crown jewel on the World Poker Tour schedule. However, the 2025 edition proved to be extra special, generating the second-largest Main Tour field in WPT history — trailing only the record set at this very same event in 2021.
Players battled across days of intense poker, weaving through fields packed with talent and ambition. The dream? A chance at glory, a hefty paycheck, and a place in the poker history books.
Now, the tournament narrows to a dramatic six-handed final table set to play out under the bright lights of the HyperX Arena at Luxor, Las Vegas, on May 29, 2025.
Meet Your WPT Seminole Finalists
The final table lineup is a thrilling mix of poker’s biggest names and rising stars:
- Chris Moorman: The undisputed chip leader with 46,400,000 chips. Moorman, a legend of online poker, now looks to cement his live legacy with a major WPT title.
- Fred Goldberg: Always a fan favorite, Goldberg sits second with 38,000,000 chips and is no stranger to the spotlight.
- David Mzareulov: Known for his quiet consistency, Mzareulov enters with 31,600,000 chips and plenty of fight left.
- Matt Bond: With 19,600,000 chips, Bond is the grinder who could spring a surprise at the final table.
- David Coleman: One of poker’s rising young guns, Coleman brings 14,800,000 chips and an aggressive style that could pay dividends.
- Darryll Fish: Though short-stacked with 6,700,000 chips, Fish’s experience and calm demeanor make him a dangerous contender.
Each finalist has a compelling story, and when the cards are back in the air in Las Vegas, it will be anyone’s game.
A Title That Changes Everything
Winning the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown isn’t just about the money — although a cool $839,300 and entry into the $10,400 WPT World Championship certainly don’t hurt. It’s about etching your name into WPT lore, standing alongside legends like Darren Elias, Brian Altman, and Daniel Negreanu.
For players like Chris Moorman, a live WPT title would add yet another jewel to an already glittering crown. For underdogs like Matt Bond or Darryll Fish, it could be the defining moment of their careers.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. The audience couldn’t be more excited. And the poker world is watching.
What’s Next?
The finalists now have a few weeks to prepare, study each other’s tendencies, and sharpen their strategies. When they reunite at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas, everything will be on the line.
Will Moorman dominate wire-to-wire? Will Goldberg’s energy power him to victory? Could we witness a stunning comeback from Fish? All questions will be answered when the river cards fall on May 29, 2025.
Poker fans can tune in via WPT’s official channels or be part of the live audience to catch every bluff, fold, and all-in moment.
Final Thoughts
The WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown 2025 has already made history. Now, it’s time to find out who will make it unforgettable. As the road to the WPT World Championship heats up, this final table promises to be one of the most thrilling battles of the year.
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