Norwegian pro Tom-Aksel Bedell stuns EPT Malta with €200K poker finish
The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) stop in Malta has concluded, leaving behind a thrilling tale of strategy and skill. Tom-Aksel Bedell, a Norwegian poker pro, made a splash on Day 4, securing a fifth-place finish and pocketing €200,550.
Bedell's impressive run included a significant hand against Tom Vogelsang with 17 players remaining. Pre-flop, Bedell raised with , and Vogelsang three-bet with . Bedell responded with a four-bet all-in, putting pressure on Vogelsang. Vogelsang called, committing his chips with .
The flop came , giving Bedell the nut flush and leaving Vogelsang drawing dead. Bedell won the hand, significantly increasing his chip stack. This crucial victory propelled Bedell to a strong finish at the final table.
The EPT Malta Main Event concluded with Tomasz Brzezinski taking home the top prize of €631,632. However, it was Tom-Aksel Bedell's impressive performance, including his victory over Vogelsang, that left a lasting impression. Bedell's fifth-place finish and €200,550 prize reflect his skill and determination in the high-stakes world of poker.
