Jason Koon Wins Ninth Triton Poker Title at London Event

Jason Koon has claimed his ninth Triton Poker title after taking down Triton Poker London Event #16 – $60,000 Short Deck Main Event for $828,000. The American further extended his lead for Triton wins with Phil Ivey chasing him with five of his own.

Kiat Lee finished second, earning $598,000. Lun Loon finished third, earning $386,800. Tan Xuan finished fourth, earning $292,500. Chris Brewer finished fifth, earning $226,300. Wai Kin Yong finished sixth, earning $176,700. Masashi Oya finished seventh, earning $140,700. Daniel Dvoress finished eighth, earning $111,000.

Koon defeated Kiat Lee in the final heads-up match. Koon explained later that he rates Lee as one of the best short deck players in the world, but he still thinks he has an edge.