Max Altergot Wins PokerStars EPT Grand Final in Monte Carlo

The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Grand Final in Monte Carlo featured a high-stakes tournament with a €100,000 buy-in. The event attracted some of the biggest names in poker, including Jason Mercer, Vladimir Trojanovsky, and Max Altergot.

Jason Mercer started the day as the chip leader, but it was Max Altergot who ultimately emerged victorious. Altergot defeated Jason Mercer in a thrilling heads-up final, securing the top prize of €1,746,400. Mercer finished in second place, earning €1,115,700.

Vladimir Trojanovsky, representing Russia, finished in fifth place, earning €339,500. Trojanovsky had previously finished 2nd and 7th in high roller and super high roller tournaments at the PCA. Other notable finishers included Sorel Mizzio from Canada, who finished in third place with €679,100, and Timothy Adams, who finished in fourth place with €485,100. Scott Seiver and Mike Watson also made significant showings, finishing in sixth and seventh places respectively.