“It’s a surreal feeling,” said Covington after his victory. “I wanted to come back and prove that wasn’t just a fluke,” said Covington, “and show that I could play with the best players in the world.”Ĭovington did exactly that, winning Event 22 ($1,100 Pot-Limit Omaha-8) against a tough field to win the title, the trophy, and $25,875. Covington finished seventh to earn $48,298, but he wasn’t satisfied. Two days ago, MMA fighter Colby Covington final tabled SHRPO Event 1, which broke the record for the largest poker tournament in Florida history with 7,703 entries.
$1,100 Pot-Limit Omaha 8 (Single Re-Entry)
