Kharlin Sued Plays Big Stack to Perfection in WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star Victory
The poker world saw two major events unfold in Las Vegas this week. On December 20, Kharlin Sued claimed victory in the $5,300 buy-in WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star Championship. Meanwhile, the $10,400 buy-in WPT World Championship continues, with 16 players remaining and the final table set for December 21, 2025.
Sued dominated the WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. He maintained a commanding chip lead throughout the final table, eventually defeating six opponents. His heads-up match against Danny Wong ended in victory after building a 2:1 chip advantage. Wong, despite being at a disadvantage, played aggressively—a strategy Sued later praised for helping him build his own stack. The win earned Sued $480,700, adding to his career live tournament earnings of over $2.7 million.
The first elimination at the final table was four-time WSOP bracelet winner Chance Kornuth. Over at the WPT World Championship, the competition remains fierce. After four days of play, 16 players are still in contention, with Jeremy Becker and Soheb Porbandarwala among the chip leaders. The final table, scheduled for December 21, will determine the champion of this high-stakes event. Sued’s earlier victory in the Shooting Star Championship came just a day before the World Championship’s conclusion. Both tournaments have drawn significant attention, showcasing top-tier poker talent in Las Vegas.
Sued’s win at the WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star Championship brings his career earnings to over $3.18 million. The WPT World Championship will crown its winner on December 21, with Soheb Porbandarwala entering the final table as the chip leader. The event’s $10,400 buy-in and high-calibre competition ensure a dramatic finish.
