Indian players continue to shine on the international stage. Currently in the spotlight is India’s Leon Menezes, who has just captured his first APT title by winning Event #75: Omaholic at the ongoing Asian Poker Tour (APT) Manila. Menezes’s victory in this popular Omaha format bagged him PHP 104,555 ($1,778). He bested a field of 46 entries and overcame Japan’s Masataka Morishita in the heads-up battle to win the coveted title. Morishita took home PHP 73,000 (~$1,240) for his deep run. Philippines’ Joshua Cordova took the final spot on the podium, finishing third for PHP 47,000 ($ 799).
Menezes is a semi-professional poker player with several online cashes and an online title to his name. The victory marks his first major live cash, securing him not only a place in poker history but also providing him a massive confidence boost. His remarkable victory serves as an inspiration for countless aspiring and amateur players, proving that with skill and determination, they too can jump into the international arena, showcase their talent, and make a mark in the world of live poker.
2024 APT Manila Event #75 Omaholic Final Table Payouts
| Rank | Name | Prize |
| 1 | Leon Lionel Menezes | PHP 104,555 |
| 2 | Masataka Morishita | PHP 73,000 |
| 3 | Joshua Cordova | PHP 47,000 |
| 4 | Anthony Wong | PHP 36,000 |
| 5 | Batmunkh Lkhagvajamts | PHP 28,000 |
| 6 | Feridoun Farboud | PHP 22,000 |
The Asian Poker Tour (APT) Manila is taking place at City of Dreams, Manila, the Grand Ball Room. The 11-day poker festival kicked off on October 28 and will run until November 7. It is one of Asia’s premier live poker festivals and the ongoing edition marks APT’s 42nd visit to Manila.
With its amazing tournament structures, diverse formats, and insane prize pool exceeding ₱170 million (~$3 million), the series has already generated a massive buzz in the Asian circuit. Featuring a staggering 101 trophy events, it has already crowned over 70 winners and continues to attract an impressive mix of players, all vying for glory as the series heads into its thrilling final stage. Keep following PokerProNews for the latest updates and results from the series.
Source: www.theasianpokertour.com
Image Credit: APT
