Albert Daher wins the EPT Monte Carlo €100K High Roller event.
The EPT Monte Carlo High Roller Tournament sets a new record, and a champion is crowned.
The 2026 European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo event will feature the €100,000 High Roller for One Drop. This tournament is not only one of the highest buy-in and largest €100,000 tournaments in EPT history, but it has also attracted top professional poker players from around the world.
Ultimately, Albert Daher from Lebanon emerged victorious in this star-studded competition, winning the championship and a massive prize of €2,055,000 (approximately US$2.2 million).
Daher defeated Chidwick, achieving a major breakthrough in his career.
In the final heads-up match, Albert Daher faced British poker legend Stephen Chidwick, demonstrating exceptional control and consistent performance, ultimately defeating his opponent to claim the championship.
With this victory, Daher not only won his first €100K level championship title, but also topped the Lebanese poker all-time money list, completing a major milestone in his career.
The final table boasts a star-studded lineup of top players.
The final table lineup was nothing short of "dream team," with multiple world-class players competing against each other. The final rankings are as follows:
- Albert Daher (Lebanon) — €2,055,000
- Stephen Chidwick (UK) — €1,325,700
- Leonardo Drago (Italy) — €947,000
- Bryn Kenney (USA) — €728,500
- Artsiom Lasouski (Belarus) — €560,300
- Wiktor Malinowski (Poland) — €445,400
- Enrico Camosci (Italy) — €356,400
- Teun Mulder (Netherlands) — €284,900
Such a strong lineup makes this championship extremely valuable.
Champion's Remarks: A Victory Combining Luck and Skill
In a post-match interview, Daher stated:
“"I was really lucky this time, hitting almost every hand. This is probably the luckiest period of my life."”
He also reflected on his poker career, from winning his first tournament prize in 2011 to now standing on the top stage of the EPT, he frankly said:
“"Once you embark on the path of poker, it's hard to predict how far you can go in the future, but I'm glad I've reached this level."”
Consecutive high prize money, career continues to rise
It's worth mentioning that Daher previously finished third in the 2025 Triton Invitational, earning a seven-figure prize.
This victory brings him millions of euros in prize money across two consecutive tournaments, further solidifying his competitiveness in the high-stakes tournament segment.
The event's philanthropic significance: The One Drop Foundation continues its efforts.
This event was also part of the One Drop Foundation charity project, raising €228,000 for global safe drinking water projects.
Daher stated:
“"Being able to support charity while competing is a very meaningful thing. Combining poker with charity makes the event even more valuable."”
A recap of key hands at the final table: Daher led the way.
At the start of the final table, Wiktor Malinowski entered with a chip lead, but the situation quickly changed.
After eliminating Teun Mulder and Enrico Camosci in crucial matches, Daher quickly climbed to the top of the scoreboard and has since firmly controlled the pace of the game.
He then went on to eliminate Lasouski and Kenney, further extending his lead.
The one-on-one duel was a foregone conclusion; the overwhelming advantage secured the championship.
By the time the heads-up phase began, Daher had established a chip lead of approximately 3:1.
Despite Stephen Chidwick's experience, he couldn't pull off a comeback. Ultimately, Daher prevailed in a crucial match to secure the championship.
Summary: Another legendary chapter added to the top-tier high roller tournament.
The EPT Monte Carlo €100K High Roller event not only broke the record for event size, but also witnessed a significant breakthrough in Albert Daher's career.
From a steady and methodical approach to a full-blown explosion, this victory marks his official entry into the ranks of the world's top high roller players, and also adds another classic battle to EPT history.
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