On June 15th, 2020, Benjamin Ector made history by becoming the first player to win a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet in Event #28: $1,500 No-Limit Hold’em Freezeout. The event was held at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada and attracted a total of 1,974 players.

Ector, a professional poker player from the United States, was able to outlast the competition and take home the first-place prize of $294,601. He defeated a tough final table that included some of the best players in the world, including WSOP bracelet winner David Peters and two-time WSOP bracelet winner Ryan Laplante.

The final table began with Ector holding a slight chip lead over his opponents. He was able to maintain his lead throughout the final table and eventually emerged victorious after a grueling heads-up battle with Peters.

The victory marks a major milestone for Ector, who has been playing poker professionally for over 10 years. He has cashed in numerous tournaments around the world, including several WSOP events. This is his first WSOP bracelet win, however, and it is sure to be a momentous occasion for him and his fans.

Ector’s victory is also significant for the poker community as a whole. It shows that even with the current COVID-19 pandemic, the WSOP is still able to host successful events and attract top players from around the world. It also serves as a reminder that poker is still alive and well, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.

In addition to his first-place prize money, Ector also earned himself a coveted WSOP gold bracelet. This is sure to be a treasured memento for him and his fans for years to come.

Congratulations to Benjamin Ector on his historic victory!