Taylor Atchison Wins WSOP Event #69: $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo Bracelet

Taylor Atchison has emerged victorious in Event #69 of the 57th World Series of Poker, the $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better tournament. Atchison bested a field of 647 entries to claim his first WSOP bracelet and a top prize of $159,276.

The tournament, held at the Horseshoe & Paris Las Vegas, ran from June 25th to June 28th, 2026, and generated a total prize pool of $858,892. Atchison secured the win after a heads-up battle against Daniil Fedunov.

WSOP Event #69 Details

The $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better event attracted 647 players, slightly more than the previous year, creating a substantial prize pool. The final ten players converged for the final day of play, all vying for the coveted gold bracelet and the significant first-place prize money.

Taylor Atchison entered the final table with a solid stack and navigated a competitive field to reach the heads-up stage. His final opponent, Daniil Fedunov, had a strong showing throughout the tournament, but Atchison ultimately proved to be the stronger player in the final showdown.

Notable Players and Payouts

The tournament saw participation from many well-known poker figures. Among the international competitors, Adam Owen from Great Britain made a strong run, finishing in 5th place.

Several prominent American players reached the final stages, with Daniel Geeng finishing third, Dave Stann in fourth, and David Bach also making a deep run. Russian player Daniil Fedunov secured the runner-up position, earning $106,162.

Notable players who cashed in the event included Andreas Krause and Max Kruse from the DACH region. Internationally recognized players such as Ari Engel, Yuval Bronshtein, Daniel Negreanu, Mike Matusow, Jon Kyte, and Brian Rast also participated, though they did not reach the final table.

Final Table Results

The final results for Event #69 were as follows:

Taylor Atchison (USA) – $159,276

Daniil Fedunov (USA) – $106,162
3. Daniel Geeng (USA) – $73,068
4. Dave Stann (USA) – $51,217
5. Adam Owen (GB) – $36,574
6. David Bach (USA) – $26,618
7. Jeff Myers (USA) – $19,749
8. Alan Ledford (USA) – $14,945
9. Kane Kalas (USA) – $11,538
10. Thomas Bessoirt (USA) – $9,093

Key facts

This victory marks a significant achievement for Taylor Atchison, earning him his first WSOP bracelet and a substantial payday. The Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better event, while not as widely played as No-Limit Hold’em, remains a classic format that tests players’ skill in both high and low hand rankings. For video poker enthusiasts, observing the strategic nuances of mixed games like Stud can offer insights into hand evaluation and betting patterns, though direct gameplay parallels are limited.

Source: Hochgepokert – WSOP #69 – Taylor Atchison schnappt sich das kleine Stud Hi/lo Bracelet! – https://www.hochgepokert.com/2026/06/28/wsop-69-1500-seven-card-stud/