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Kaspars Butans wins €182K at record-breaking Kings of Tallinn Main Event

A high-stakes showdown ends with a career-defining win. How Butans outplayed Europe's best to claim poker's most lucrative Tallinn title yet.

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Kaspars Butans wins €182K at record-breaking Kings of Tallinn Main Event

Kaspars Butans has taken down the 2025 Kings of Tallinn Main Event, securing the largest prize pool in the tournament's history. The Latvian player outlasted a tough field to claim the title and a first-place prize of €182,000.

The €1,100 buy-in event reached new heights this year, drawing strong competition. Butans made his mark early with a key hand against Oleh Pritsak, winning a 16,500-chip pot after hitting a full house on the river.

In the final stages, he faced Mounir Tajiou heads-up. A tense battle followed, but Butans held his ground, eventually overcoming his opponent to lift the trophy.

The victory marks Butans' biggest career cash to date. His €182,000 payday comes from a record-breaking prize pool, cementing the 2025 Kings of Tallinn as the most lucrative edition yet. The event's success also highlights its growing appeal among European poker players.

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