But there was even more meaning to his first WPT victory than meets the eye.
Kornuth's win, beating out tough competition for a massive score, was impressive. The final table was stacked, with Chance Kornuth coming out victorious ($486,600), beating a loaded final six, including Kristen Foxen, James Mackey, Ray Qartomy, and runner-up Steven Buckner. Last year's WPT Choctaw, which attracted 787 entrants, was one of the most memorable in tour history. Can Upcoming WPT Choctaw Top 2022 Edition? Luxor will also play host to the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown (May 25) and WPT Gardens Poker Championship (May 27) before the first half of the 2023 World Poker Tour schedule wraps. May 5-8 are the dates for the Sooner State major poker tournament with the final table taking place May 26 in Las Vegas at Luxor's HyperX Esports Arena. More specifically, the $3,800 buy-in WPT Choctaw Main Tour event.
