Phil Hellmuth Wins 16th WSOP Bracelet in Rio, Reflects on Poker Legends

Phil Hellmuth was awarded his 16th World Series of Poker bracelet on Monday, October 18th, at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino. Hellmuth has always wanted to win the No-Limit 2-7 bracelet, considering it the coolest bracelet to win. His previous notable attempts at the bracelet include a runners-up finish to Billy Baxter in 1993.

The final table included notable players such as Bob Stupak, Thomas James “T.J.” Cloutier, a six-time bracelet winner. WSOP Vice President Jack Effel introduced Hellmuth and awarded him the bracelet, emphasizing his success and greatness.

Hellmuth ridiculed himself over his emotional outburst directed at fellow poker player Anthony Zinno in the previous week’s $10,000 Stud tournament. He mentioned poker legends such as Doyle Brunson, Chip Reese, Billy Baxter, and Dickie Carson, who used to play 2-7 tournaments.