Darren Rabinowitz captured WSOP Event #99 on Thursday, collecting $695,256 and denying Phil Hellmuth his chase for an unprecedented 18th bracelet.
Hellmuth, the Poker Brat with 17 bracelets to his name, came up short in his latest attempt to extend his all-time record. Rabinowitz outlasted the field to claim his victory in the series, stopping Hellmuth's pursuit cold.
The win matters because Hellmuth remains poker's most decorated tournament player. His 17 bracelets have stood untouched for years, and every deep run he makes carries weight in the poker world. Hellmuth has been chasing number 18 for some time, and each failed bid keeps the conversation alive about whether anyone will ever topple his record.
Rabinowitz's victory adds his name to the 2024 WSOP winner's circle. Event #99 drew a strong field, and Rabinowitz navigated the field heads-up competition to secure the bracelet and the six-figure score.
The WSOP continues its grind through Las Vegas, with dozens of events still to play. Hellmuth will have more chances to reach 18. His pursuit remains one of poker's ongoing narratives, a race against time and competition to see if the legend can extend his record further or if someone else will claim the title of bracelet king.
Rabinowitz's win puts another accomplished player in the books and leaves Hellmuth searching for number 18 at future series.