Spanish poker player Leo Margets has made headlines as the last woman standing in the WSOP $10,000 buy-in No-limit Hold’em World Championship, which features a staggering starting field of 9,735 entrants. This marks a significant achievement for Margets, as it is the second time she has earned this title, tying her with notable players Annie Duke, Maria Ho, and Kelly Minkin.
In 2009, Margets previously held this distinction, finishing 27th. The only woman to ever reach the WSOP Main Event final table is Barbara Enright, who finished fifth in 1995, highlighting the rarity of such accomplishments in a highly competitive field. As the tournament progresses, it enters Day 7 with Kenny Hallaert currently holding the unofficial chip lead as less than 100 players vie for the substantial $10 million first prize.
Margets is an experienced player with over $2 million in career live tournament earnings, with her most significant victory in the 2021 WSOP when she won “The Closer” No-limit Hold’em event for $376,850. Other notable competitors still in the Main Event include Anthony Gregg, who took first in the 2016 WSOP One Drop High Roller event; Adam Hendrix, who has multiple tournament victories; and Greg Merson, the 2012 champion still in the hunt.
Amidst the competition, Margets’ performance stands as a testament to her skills and perseverance in the poker world. Her journey resonates not just within the realm of poker, but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring female players. The ongoing tournament reflects the excitement and challenges of professional poker, as competitors navigate through high-stakes situations with hopes of clinching the prestigious title and substantial prizes.