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Flashback Friday: WSOP Circuit Montreal 2025 Results & More
- WSOP Circuit Montreal 2025 results
- Notable winners from 2024 edition
Dive into WSOP Circuit Montreal 2025 results and notable winners from the 2024 edition which registered over 7000 entries.
Poker enthusiasts were in for a thrilling experience as the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit made its highly anticipated stop in Montreal.
Hosted at the renowned Playground Poker Club—recently crowned the world’s best poker room at the 2024 Global Poker Awards—this event marked the final Canadian stop on the international WSOP Circuit.
From March 24th to April 8th, the venue hosted 18 exciting ring events, drawing some of the best poker players from around the world.
Montreal, known for its vibrant poker scene, the spot has long been a hub for competitive tournaments, and Playground Poker has been at the heart of it all.
With its state-of-the-art facilities, top-tier tournament structures, and an electric atmosphere, it’s no surprise that it continues to attract both seasoned professionals and rising stars.
The WSOP Circuit Montreal stop promised high-stakes action, thrilling competition, and the opportunity for players to claim their share of substantial prize pools. Here’s a complete breakdown of the schedule, key events, and a look back at last year’s winners.
A Look Back at WSOP Circuit Montreal 2024
The 2024 WSOP Circuit in Montreal was a spectacular event, drawing 7,040 entries across 15 ring events and generating a total prize pool of $2,965,000 CAD.
The competition was fierce, with James Pillon capturing the coveted Main Event title and taking home $333,420 CAD.
Demo Kirlopoulos showcased his high-stakes prowess by winning the High Roller event for $123,740 CAD, while Maxime Jutras claimed victory in the COLOSSUS, securing an $85,000 CAD payday.
With such impressive numbers and intense battles at the tables, last year’s series set the stage for what promises to be another thrilling edition in 2025.
- Total Entries: 7,040
- Total Prize Pool: $2,965,000 CAD
- Main Event Champion: James Pillon ($333,420 CAD)
- High Roller Winner: Demo Kirlopoulos ($123,740 CAD)
- COLOSSUS Champion: Maxime Jutras ($85,000 CAD)
2024 WSOP Circuit Montreal Winners
The previous edition of WSOP Circuit Montreal saw intense competition across 15 ring events. Here’s a look at last year's champions and their poker journey since their big wins:
- Maxime Jutras (Event #1: $300 COLOSSUS) – A regular at Playground, Maxime secured his biggest career win in 2024. He has since continued competing, including three cash finishes in Vegas before the New Year.
- Yvan Gravel (Event #2: $400 Monster Stack) – A consistent competitor at Playground, Yvan has 39 recorded cashes. Could 2025 be the year he makes an even bigger breakthrough?
- Weijie Zhang (Event #3: $400 Seniors) – A rising name in Canadian poker, Weijie built momentum with multiple top-15 finishes in the Calgary circuit event.
- Stefan Siveski (Event #4: $600 PLO Monster Stack) – The only American winner from last year, Stefan frequently competes at Playground and boasts a strong track record.
- Duff Charette (Event #5: $250 Flip N Go) – One of the most accomplished players in the series, Duff has over $1.89 million in live earnings.
- Bharat Shetty (Event #6: $450 Mystery Bounty) – Originally from India, Bharat has made Playground his poker home with 12 recorded cashes.
- Johan Levyssohn (Event #7: $300 Bounty) – A frequent traveler to Playground, Johan cashed seven times at the World Cup of Cards in January.
- Gaetano Di Maria (Event #8: $1,000 NLH) – With multiple five-figure cashes in the 2024 circuit, Gaetano will be looking to extend his winning streak in 2025.
- James Pillon (Event #9: $1,700 NLH Main Event) – The Ontario native secured the biggest win of his career in last year’s main event and is hunting for another major title.
- Sheila Vanderwoude (Event #10: $300 Ladies) – Making an impressive debut with her first recorded cash, Sheila will be looking to add another ring to her collection.
- Demo Kirlopoulos (Event #11: $3,300 High Roller) – With over $2.7 million in lifetime earnings, Demo is a formidable force at any poker table.
- Frances Denis (Event #12: $600 NLH 8-Max) – Frances returned to the winner’s circle after a decade, with both his recorded cashes happening at Playground.
- Grigore Miron Banea (Event #13: $600 Mega Stack) – Following his 2024 summer series victory, Grigore aims to build on his success.
- Victor Bovet (Event #14: $600 PKO) – A Quebec native, Victor had two strong cash finishes in last year’s event and hopes to add more in 2025.
- Ian Monahoyios (Event #15: $250 Mystery Bounty) – The Blainville, Quebec native has nearly $200k in career earnings and will look to continue his impressive run.
Why Playground Poker Stands Out
Playground Poker has cemented its reputation as one of the premier poker destinations worldwide. Conveniently located near major Canadian and U.S. cities and within close proximity to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, it offers an unparalleled poker experience.
The venue has hosted top-tier events such as the WSOP Circuit, World Poker Tour (WPT), and partypoker tournaments, consistently attracting elite players.
Beyond tournaments, Playground Poker features high-energy cash games and a well-rounded gaming atmosphere that appeals to both professionals and recreational players alike. Its continuous commitment to hosting high-quality events makes it a must-visit location for any poker enthusiast.
WSOP Circuit Montreal 2025 Results
Take a look below at the winners from the 2025 WSOP Circuit Montreal event.
| Dates | Event | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 24 - Sun 30 Mar | C$ 300 No Limit Hold'em - The Colossus (Ring Event #1) | Ruoxiao Shi |
| Sun 30 - Mon 31 Mar | C$ 400 No Limit Hold'em - Monster Stack (Ring Event #2) | Adam Neal |
| Mon 31 Mar | C$ 400 No Limit Hold'em - Seniors (50+) (Ring Event #3) | Alexander Hannay |
| Mon 31 Mar | C$ 250 + 150 No Limit Hold'em - Mystery Bounty (Ring Event #4) | Min Qiu |
| Mon 31 Mar | C$ 600 No Limit Hold'em - 6-Max (Ring Event #5) | Bobby Lupo |
| Mon 31 Mar - Thu 3 Apr | C$ 250 No Limit Hold'em - Flip N' Go (Ring Event #6) | Fang Mei |
| Tue 1 Apr | C$ 350 + 250 No Limit Hold'em - Mega Stack Mystery Bounty (Ring Event #7) | Haorun Han |
| Tue 1 Apr | C$ 600 Pot Limit Omaha (Ring Event #8) | Li Chu |
| Tue 1 Apr | C$ 300 + 100 No Limit Hold'em - Bounty (Ring Event #9) | Yonathan Moryoussef |
| Wed 2 - Thu 3 Apr | C$ 1,000 No Limit Hold'em - 8-Max (Ring Event #10) | Osvaldo Mejía Islas |
| Wed 2 Apr | C$ 300 + 100 No Limit Hold'em - Progressie Knockout (Ring Event #11) | Nick Nickoletopoulos |
| Thu 3 - Sun 6 Apr | C$ 1,700 No Limit Hold'em - WSOPC Main Event (Ring Event #12) | Adil Morkos |
| Fri 4 Apr | C$ 300 No Limit Hold'em - Ladies Event (Ring Event #13) | Georgette Kirschenbaum |
| Sun 6 - Tue 8 Apr | C$ 400 No Limit Hold'em - Monster Stack (Ring Event #15) | Thomas Bennett |
| Mon 7 Apr | C$ 600 No Limit Hold'em - Mega Stack (Ring Event #16) | Bryan Fequet |
| Tue 8 Apr | C$ 600 + 400 No Limit Hold'em - Progressive Knockout (Ring Event #17) | Johnny Yu |
| Tue 8 Apr | C$ 250 + 150 No Limit Hold'em - Mystery Bounty (Ring Event #18) | Aladdin Hammoud |
WSOP Circuit Montreal 2025
The 2025 WSOP Circuit Montreal at Playground Poker Club concluded with a series of competitive events, significant prize pools, and notable performances from both seasoned professionals and emerging talents.
The series reinforced Playground's reputation as a premier venue for high-stakes poker tournaments in Canada.
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