Ben Tollerene won the $50K Turbo Bounty Quattro at Triton Jeju II
Ben Tollerene made a comeback and became the champion of the $50K Turbo Bounty Quattro event at the Triton Jeju II 2024 series. Find out the details of his victory and the final table.
Ben Tollerene makes an impressive comeback and wins the $50K Turbo Bounty Quattro at Triton Jeju II Overview of the Triton Jeju II $50K Turbo Bounty Quattro Tournament In the early hours of Wednesday, June 12, 2024, one of the most dynamic events of the Triton Super High Roller Series Jeju II — the $50,000 Turbo Bounty Quattro — concluded in South Korea. The winner was American player Ben Tollerene , who not only added another title to his collection but also further cemented his reputation as one of the strongest tournament players of today. The tournament attracted 35 entries, including such global poker stars as Phil Ivey , Adrian Mateos , and Mikita Badziakouski . The Turbo Bounty Quattro format features a fast pace and bounties — special prizes for knocking out opponents — which adds an extra strategic layer and increases the variance at the table. The total prize pool was distributed among six finalists, and at the final table, nine bounties worth $60,000 each were up for grabs, significantly boosting potential payouts. Key Moments of the Tournament From the very start, the tournament was marked by a fast pace and intense competition. As the final table approached, a series of dramatic hands unfolded: Phil Ivey bubbled the bounty final table: his pocket threes lost to a flush made by Daniel Dvoress on the river. Soon after, well-known players like Stephen Chidwick and Daniel Dvoress himself were eliminated — knocked out by Daniel Rezaei and Tom Fuchs respectively, bringing the field closer to the money. The decisive hand was a three-way pot where Emilien Pitavy covered Mike Watson , allowing Watson to triple up, but couldn't stop Daniel Rezaei , who claimed another bounty and set the final six. At the start of the final table, Daniel Rezaei was the chip leader, ahead of Ben Tollerene . However, the situation quickly changed thanks to one of the tournament's key hands. Tollerene’s Double Knockout and the Road to Heads-Up Soon after the final table began, Ben Tollerene scored a double knockout, which became the turning point of the tournament: In a preflop all-in, Mike Watson (4♥4♦), Tom Fuchs (K♦5♦), and Ben Tollerene (A♠8♠) clashed. The board ran out Q♣A♥2♠Q♠K♣, giving all players two pair, but Tollerene’s ace gave him the best hand. This success not only put the American in the chip lead but also earned him two bounties at once. Further action at the final table: Fourth place went to renowned Pot-Limit Omaha specialist Eelis Parssinen , who lost a hand to Biao Ding . Soon after, Biao Ding himself was eliminated by Daniel Rezaei , setting up the final heads-up. Going into the heads-up duel, Daniel Rezaei had about a four-to-one chip lead over Ben Tollerene , making him the favorite to win. Tollerene’s Comeback in Heads-Up and the Final Outcome Despite being seriously behind, Ben Tollerene managed to save his tournament life several times, going all-in with a short stack. The turning point came in an all-in where his 6-5 beat Rezaei’s Q-6, after which the American took the chip lead. In the decisive hand, Daniel Rezaei with A♠5♠ was all-in against Ben Tollerene ’s A♥K♥. The board brought no help for the Austrian, and Tollerene’s kicker secured him the victory, earning the top prize and another bounty. This win marked his fifth Triton title and his fourth cash of the current series. Tournament Results and Payouts for Triton Jeju II $50k Turbo Bounty Quattro The table includes bounty payouts. 1st place: Ben Tollerene — $412,000 + $240,000 (bounties) 2nd place: Daniel Rezaei — $267,000 + $120,000 (bounties) 3rd place: Biao Ding — $171,000 + $60,000 (bounties) 4th place: Eelis Parssinen — $131,000 + $60,000 (bounties) 5th place: Tom Fuchs — $104,000 6th place: Mike Watson — $81,000 Total number of bounties at the final table — nine, each worth $60,000. Winner’s Quotes and Series Results for Tollerene After his victory, Ben Tollerene shared that he enjoys playing and feels highly motivated, even though he’s not completely satisfied with his current level. He noted that he intends to keep working on his game and improving. Tollerene also lamented the lack of Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments at this series, saying he would like to play more of those events. The winner said he tries to maintain good physical condition and keep a healthy sleep schedule, as his vast tournament experience has made such series routine for him. Context: The Triton Super High Roller Series and Its Participants Triton Super High Roller Series is one of the most prestigious poker tournament series in the world, with buy-ins starting at tens of thousands of dollars and the best professionals and businessmen gathering at the tables. The $50,000 Turbo Bounty Quattro tournament featured a short level structure (turbo format) and bounties, making the game more aggressive and dynamic. This tournament featured stars such as Phil Ivey , Adrian Mateos , Mikita Badziakouski , Stephen Chidwick , Daniel Dvoress , Tom Fuchs , Emilien Pitavy , Biao Ding , Eelis Parssinen , and Mike Watson . For many of them, making the Triton final table is already an achievement in itself, given the level of competition. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players Ben Tollerene ’s success in such a fast and aggressive tournament as the $50K Turbo Bounty Quattro clearly demonstrates the importance of being able to adapt to turbo structures and bounty formats. For PPPoker club players, this means that regular practice in fast tournaments and the ability to correctly assess bounty value are key to success, even against tough opponents. It’s also worth paying attention to physical and psychological preparation: Tollerene emphasizes the importance of sleep and staying in shape, which is especially relevant when playing long series and at high stakes. Even if you play online, discipline away from the table directly affects your results. Finally, Tollerene’s example is a reminder that whether you’re leading or behind in chips, you should never give up: smart short-stack play, timely all-ins, and composure can help you make comebacks even against the most experienced opponents. Use this experience in your PPPoker club tournaments to achieve your own victories!