In a display of poker prowess and dominance, Soheb Porbandarwala emerged victorious in the 2024 World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Horseshoe Hammond $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event. The Connecticut-based poker professional showcased his skill and strategic acumen as he navigated through a competitive field of 986 entries, ultimately claiming his third WSOPC main event title and securing his 12th career WSOPC gold ring.
Porbandarwala’s journey to victory was characterized by his exceptional performance at the final table, where he held a significant chip lead. Displaying remarkable resilience and precision, he proceeded to eliminate all but one opponent on the last day of the tournament, cementing his place as the undisputed champion. For his remarkable achievement, Porbandarwala was awarded a substantial prize of $257,725, marking his largest payday to date.
This triumph marks a significant milestone in Porbandarwala’s poker career, surpassing his previous notable victory in the 2020 World Poker Tour Online Poker Open, where he secured $239,820 in prize money. With this latest win, Porbandarwala’s total recorded tournament earnings soar to an impressive $2.4 million, underscoring his status as a formidable force in the world of professional poker.
In addition to his financial success, Porbandarwala’s victory also propelled him closer to the upper echelons of the 2024 Card Player Player of the Year standings presented by Global Poker, earning him a total of 912 Player of the Year points. With his stellar performance in the WSOPC Horseshoe Hammond Main Event, Porbandarwala now stands within reach of breaking into the top 100 rankings, further solidifying his position as one of the premier players on the circuit.
The WSOPC Horseshoe Hammond Main Event drew a substantial turnout, with the $1 million guarantee easily surpassed by the enthusiastic participation of players. The final prize pool amounted to an impressive $1,493,790, which was distributed among the top 148 finishers. As the final day commenced with eight contenders vying for the title, each player was guaranteed a minimum payout of $32,639 for their efforts.
Among the notable eliminations on the final day was bracelet winner and three-time WPT main event champion Brian Altman, who demonstrated his skill and tenacity throughout the tournament. Altman’s valiant effort came to an end when he made a heroic river call with second pair, ace kicker, only to find himself bested by Porbandarwala’s superior hand.
Porbandarwala’s exceptional run continued as he orchestrated a series of decisive knockouts, further solidifying his chip lead and asserting his dominance at the final table. With skillful play and calculated aggression, he eliminated formidable opponents such as Hussain Sajwani, Richard Bai, and Adam Greenberg, propelling himself into heads-up play against Brad Coultas.
Entering the heads-up showdown with a commanding chip lead, Porbandarwala wasted no time in sealing his victory. In the final hand, Coultas shoved with ASpade Suit7Club Suit, only to be met by Porbandarwala’s ADiamond Suit2Diamond Suit. As the board ran out in Porbandarwala’s favor, he secured the coveted title, leaving Coultas to settle for the runner-up position with a respectable payout of $159,277.