Anca Eggenberger wins €1K Ladies Championship in dramatic final showdown
The €1,000 Ladies Championship drew 197 players, with 30 advancing to Day 2. After a fast-paced start, Anca Eggenberger emerged victorious, securing the title and a special edition pink diamond bracelet. The final table saw intense competition, with key hands deciding the outcome. Day 2 began with rapid eliminations, as 10 players were knocked out within the first 30 minutes. Kitty Kuo finished in 15th place, while Esther 'Etay' Taylor burst the final table bubble by sending Paulina 'Poker Bunny' Loeliger home in 9th.
At the final table, Eggenberger and Eunbeen Joo dominated play, trading blows in high-stakes hands. In one pivotal moment, Eggenberger went all-in with **A♠ 7♠**, and Joo called with **K♦ 9♦**. Joo paired on the flop and improved to two pair by the turn, putting Eggenberger at risk. However, the river delivered a flush for Eggenberger, swinging the momentum in her favour. The decisive hand came when Eggenberger pushed all-in again, this time with **Q♣ 10♣**, and Joo made a loose call with **J♠ 8♠**. The flop favoured both players, but the turn sealed Joo’s fate. Eggenberger’s flush draw completed on the river, securing her the win and leaving Joo to reflect on her call.
Eggenberger claimed the championship, taking home €40,000 and the unique prize bracelet. The tournament showcased aggressive play and dramatic swings, with the final table narrowing down to a heads-up battle between two determined competitors. The event reinforced the growing prestige of women’s poker tournaments in the competitive circuit.
