Mike Watson Secures Sixth Triton Title in $30K NLH Turbo

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By Mrinal Gujare
19 May 2026
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  • Mike Watson wins his sixth Triton Poker title in Montenegro.
  • His victory in the $30,000 NLH Turbo pushes his Triton earnings to nearly $19.5M.
  • Watson is now tied for second in all-time Triton Poker titles.
Mike Watson
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Mike Watson claimed his sixth Triton Poker title on May 18 by winning the $30,000 NLH Turbo event in Montenegro for $659,000. This victory ties him for second in all-time Triton wins, pushing his total series earnings toward $19.5 million.

Canadian poker professional Mike Watson continues to demonstrate his longevity at the highest levels of the game. 

On May 18, Watson claimed his sixth Triton title in just three years, emerging victorious in the $30,000 No-Limit Hold'em Turbo event for a top prize of $659,000.

With a career spanning two decades, Watson remains a significant force within the high roller circuit. 
This latest win brings his total Triton tournament earnings to nearly $19.5 million. 

Following this result, Watson is now tied with Punnat Punsri and Matthias Eibinger for the second-most all-time Triton titles.

Reflecting on the achievement during his post-event interview, Watson noted the significance of the accomplishment. 

He stated that lifting a Triton trophy is always meaningful and expressed satisfaction in returning to a tie for the second-most trophies in the series.

The $30,000 NLH Turbo event featured a fast-paced environment that demanded precise decision-making. Watson entered the final table as the second-largest stack, though the turbo structure dictated that he held only 28 big blinds. 

The intensity was reflected across the table, as six of the final nine participants held fewer than 14 big blinds, resulting in rapid and aggressive play throughout the final stages.
Rank Player Prize
1 Mike Watson $659,000
2 Mehdi Chaoui $450,000
3 Anatoly Zlotnikov $299,000
4 Tom Fuchs $241,000
5 Samuel Mullur $193,000
6 Thomas Boivin $151,000
7 Patrik Antonius $118,000
8 Cong Pham $91,000
9 Maher Nouira $66,000

A Legacy of Triton Success

Watson's path to six titles has been marked by consistency across various formats since his initial win in March 2023. His track record includes:
  • March 2023: Won his first title in Vietnam in a $50,000 Short Deck event for $695,000.
  • May 2023: Secured a $30,000 Pot-Limit Omaha victory in Cyprus for $347,000.
  • March 2024: Completed a hat trick with a win in a Jeju Short Deck event.
  • May 2024: Claimed his fourth title in Montenegro, winning the $30,000 NLH 8-Handed event for $1,023,000.
  • September 2025: Achieved his fifth victory in Jeju, taking down the $125,000 NLH 7-Handed event for a career-best $2,130,812.
  • May 2026: Secured his sixth title in Montenegro with the $30,000 NLH Turbo win, adding $659,000 to his career total.

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