Michael Keiner Wins The 888.com Poker Open V

Nov 11, 2008 - 11:46:03 AM

German Poker Pro Michael Keiner claimed the 888 Poker Open V trophy and the $250,000 first prize after topping the field of 96 players and ultimately winning a heads-up battle with Craig Young, who qualified on 888.com for just 1c.

Keiner, who has previously won several major poker tournaments in Europe and as well as a WSOP Bracelet in 2007, said of his victory, “It feels unbelievable to win this – it’s a beautiful and exciting moment, I really wanted to win this tournament. You have to win your coin flip if you want to win the tournament and luckily I won mine. He played really tough and I didn’t have a good read on him – he’s a good player and has a good future. ”

Craig who scoops $100,000 for his runners-up finish was understandably disappointed after losing a fantastic heads-up contest where he was one card away from winning the tournament.

“It was a real rollercoaster ride but probably the best player won,” said the 35 year-old salesman from Buckinghamshire . “I would’ve been happy with fourth place when I was the short stack. I always thought I could hold my own and I proved that.”

888 Poker Open V Final Table Payouts:

1. Michael Keiner, $250,000
2. Craig Young, $100,000
3. Richard Wheatley, $60,000
4. James Akenhead, $40,000
5. Paul Zimbler, $25,000
6. Mike Partridge, $20,000

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