French player Maxime Parys won the Unibet Open Marrakech 2024

The main event of the Unibet Open has concluded in Marrakech, where Frenchman Maxime Parys claimed victory among 853 participants, demonstrating skill and resilience.

The main event of the Unibet Open Marrakech series has concluded in the Moroccan city of Marrakech, attracting 853 entries and stretching over four action-packed days. In the final, held at the Casino de Marrakech within the Es Saadi Resort , French player Maxime "Dabou" Parys claimed victory, demonstrating exceptional resilience and skill in the toughest situations. Tournament Progress: Battling to the Last Blind The main event of the Unibet Open Marrakech was a true test for all participants. Over four days of play, the field of 853 was whittled down to a single champion. The final day was especially intense: the stacks allowed for aggressive play, and every pot was fiercely contested with enthusiastic support from the rail. Maxime Parys’s cheering section stood out in particular, never quieting for a moment and creating a festive atmosphere at the final table. After the tournament, Parys noted that he didn’t feel like a lone player, but part of a team: “I’m not here alone, I’m here with the whole team,” he told PokerNews in French. His supporters backed him throughout all 11 hours of the final day, which, according to Parys himself, helped him not to give up even in the toughest moments. Key Moments of the Final Table The final table was extremely dynamic: stacks were deep enough for maneuvering, chips changed hands frequently, and the lead shifted from one player to another. Despite setbacks, Parys showed incredible resilience. Early in the day, his queens were cracked by Benjamin Hammann , and after a hand where his opponent exposed their cards preflop, Maxime was left fighting for survival with just five big blinds. Nevertheless, Parys called this episode his “second life” and emphasized that he had found himself in tournaments with just one or two big blinds before and knew how to recover wisely. His experience and composure allowed him not only to stay in the game but also to start rebuilding his stack. The turning point came in a big pot where Parys, holding A♥10♥ , made a flush on the river against the tens of a player nicknamed Moneyhunter . This hand not only allowed him to double up but also to believe in his chances of winning. After that, Parys knocked out several opponents, moving confidently from five players to four, and then from three to heads-up. Even a strong opponent like Benjamin Hammann couldn’t stop him on his way to the trophy. Final Results and Payouts A deal was made at the final table: from the total prize pool of 1,375,000 MAD (Moroccan dirhams), Maxime Parys received 1,125,000 MAD as per the heads-up agreement, with another 250,000 MAD left for the winner. Thus, Parys’s total winnings amounted to 1,375,000 MAD , making it his second-largest live tournament cash (according to The Hendon Mob). It’s worth noting that despite regularly cashing since 2014, this is Maxime Parys’s first major live tournament victory (not counting a freeroll he won in his youth). Now, after such a confident performance, his standing among the top players has only grown stronger. Unibet Open Marrakech Main Event Final Table Results 1st place: Maxime Parys — 1,375,000 MAD 2nd place: Benjamin Hammann 3rd place: Abdullah Akbarpoor 4th place: Redwan Ferman 5th place: Mounim Kaddouri 6th place: Ryan Abed Unfortunately, the prize amounts for the other final table participants were not specified in the source. Players and Atmosphere: Support as a Success Factor Maxime Parys is known as a successful online grinder, and his skill at the live table did not go unnoticed by either his opponents or the fans. According to Parys himself, team support played a huge role in his victory: “With this kind of support, it’s impossible to lose.” Throughout the final day, his rail was the loudest in the room, creating extra pressure on his opponents and helping Parys maintain his focus. Despite early setbacks, Parys demonstrated the highest level of psychological resilience. He not only managed to recover after a series of tough hands but also seized every opportunity to build his stack and climb the tournament ladder. Context: Unibet Open Marrakech and Its Significance Unibet Open is one of the most renowned poker series, held in various countries across Europe and around the world. Marrakech has hosted stages of this series before, and the Casino de Marrakech traditionally attracts top players from all over the globe. This year, the tournament once again confirmed its high status, drawing an impressive number of participants and offering a substantial prize pool. For Maxime Parys, this victory became a major milestone in his career: despite numerous cashes, he had not managed to win a major live tournament until now. Now, his name is forever etched in the history of the Unibet Open series. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For members of PPPoker clubs, Maxime Parys’s story is a great example of why it’s important not to give up even in the toughest situations. Even when your stack is down to the minimum, experience and smart strategy can lead to victory. This proves that knowing how to play a short stack, choosing the right spots to double up, and keeping your cool are key skills for success not only in live poker but also in online clubs. The second important takeaway is the significance of support and team spirit. Even in an individual game, the atmosphere created by like-minded people can become an extra boost toward victory. In PPPoker clubs, where team leagues and internal competitions are common, support from fellow club members can significantly increase motivation and self-confidence. Finally, Parys’s victory shows that regular practice, participating in tournaments of various formats, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances are the keys to long-term success. Apply these principles in your club games to increase your chances of winning and reach new heights in poker.