Phil Ivey Misses Final Table at Triton Jeju Mystery Bounty
Wai Kiat Lee eliminated Phil Ivey and captured three bounties in a quadruple all-in, paving the way for his fourth Triton Poker title in Jeju.
Key Takeaways
- Phil Ivey was eliminated on the final table bubble of the $40K Mystery Bounty at Triton Jeju.
- Wai Kiat Lee eliminated three opponents in one hand and won his fourth Triton Poker title.
- Joe Hindry finished seventh, earning $105,000, adding another highlight to high roller events.
- Jamil Wakil placed second after losing heads-up against Lee, who mounted a comeback in the decisive duel.
Phil Ivey, an 11-time bracelet winner, fell just short of another final table at Triton Poker on Thursday in Jeju, following a triple elimination in the $40,000 NLH Mystery Bounty. Malaysian player Wai Kiat Lee capitalized on a quadruple all-in to seize the chip lead and advance assertively to the final table.
Wai Kiat Lee Dominates the Multiple All-In and Takes Control
In the blinds of 40,000/80,000/80,000, Seth Davies slid in with an all-in for 205,000 from the Under the Gun position. Samuel Mullur sought the bounty and pushed his stack of 2,100,000 from the cutoff. Phil Ivey, behind them, called off with just 900,000 left. The key play arrived when Wai Kiat Lee, in the big blind, woke up with pocket Aces and moved all-in for 4,095,000. Ivey called off the rest of his chips, leaving four players battling it out in one of the tournament's pivotal hands.
With Lee holding Aces, Ivey had only a 9% equity and Mullur 8%. Davies was out unless he managed an improbable split pot. Following the board, Lee collected all three bounties, amassed over half the chips in play, and reduced the field to eight players. Ivey's elimination marked the final table bubble, and Lee kept extending his lead by eliminating David Coleman in eighth place with two pair against top pair.
"Lee came from behind and changed the table dynamics with a single key hand that transformed the chip structure." — Sofía Carrasco
Coleman, with two-thirds of the pot behind, could not escape the final result when the river completed Lee's hand, revealing his cards and causing visible frustration for Coleman.
Phil Ivey and the Pursuit of Another High-Level Final
For Phil Ivey, his elimination on the bubble reflects the inherent danger of high roller tournaments while facing aggressive bounties and fast structures. Despite having a competitive hand, the combination of short stacks and the pressure from bounties influenced the rapid resolution in favor of Wai Kiat Lee.
The result denies Ivey another final table at Triton, where he typically shines in high buy-in events.
Notable Performances: Joe Hindry and the Rise of New Names
Among the finalists was Joe Hindry, a UK professional who had never cashed in tournaments with buy-ins over £2,000 before 2024. His recent history includes:
- ITM in the WSOP Main Event 2024 (237th), 2025 (271st), and 2026 (1,363rd)
- Prior best result: second place in the $1,200 NLH Commerce Classic 2025 for $219,830
- First participation in Triton Poker and sixth place previously in the $25K for $250,000
In this tournament, Hindry finished in seventh place after losing AJ against the AK of Jamil Wakil. Nevertheless, he banked $105,000, adding another six-figure result to his Hendon Mob record.
Jamil Wakil, The Final Showdown and Lee's Closure
The final stretch of the table witnessed another multiple elimination: with four players remaining, Jamil Wakil, holding the largest stack, raised all-in from the cutoff. Punnat Punsri called, and Alex Anton joined in from the small blind. The flop brought two pair for Wakil, almost sealing the fate of his opponents. The turn offered a glimmer of hope, but the river delivered two more bounties and pushed Wakil up to 22.2 million chips (89bb) against Lee's 4.4 million (18bb).
Wakil was aiming for his first Triton title. He came close to achieving it on the first hand of the heads-up when Lee doubled with a pair of sixes, keeping his hopes alive. The duel lasted nearly two hours until, in the decisive hand, Wakil was all-in for 5.1 million and Lee called. A ten on the flop secured Lee his fourth Triton Poker title.
"The tournament's conclusion showcased the volatility of bounty tournaments and the importance of capitalizing on high-impact spots in final stages." — Sofía Carrasco
Impact on Operators and the High Roller Market
The Mystery Bounty edition of Triton Jeju highlights the appeal of this format in the high roller sector and sustains the trend of substantial prizes and prominent international profiles. Lee's dominance enhances interest in the Asian scene and cements Triton Poker as a benchmark for high-level tournaments. Operators and organizers are raising the bar, while high-profile players like Ivey, Lee, and Wakil continue to attract the attention of investors and fans in major circuits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How was Phil Ivey eliminated at Triton Poker Jeju?
Phil Ivey was eliminated in a quadruple all-in on the final table bubble, when Wai Kiat Lee had Aces and collected three bounties, sending Ivey along with Seth Davies and Samuel Mullur out.
Who won the Mystery Bounty at Triton Jeju and how many Triton titles does he have?
Wai Kiat Lee won the Mystery Bounty in Jeju, securing his fourth Triton Poker title after overcoming a tough heads-up against Jamil Wakil.
What was Joe Hindry's most notable outcome at Triton Jeju?
Joe Hindry finished seventh, earning $105,000, marking a new significant cash in his first appearance at Triton Poker following a sixth place in the $25K event.
How was the heads-up defined between Lee and Wakil?
The heads-up extended nearly two hours, with Lee finally winning the decisive flip with a ten on the flop, securing the victory over Jamil Wakil.
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Sofía Carrasco
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Sofía Carrasco covers live and online poker — tournament series from the WSOP and EPT to the daily room grind, promotions, and the industry moves behind them. The reports keep every score, pot, and player name exactly as the record shows, and follow the story past the final hand: who qualified, what the structure rewarded, and how the field is shifting. For player moves, software, and regulation across the poker economy, Sofía Carrasco is the first read.
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