Shawn Perry lost $200,000 at the Super High Roller Bowl XI tournament in Las Vegas

Shaun Perry was eliminated from the prestigious Super High Roller Bowl XI tournament in Las Vegas, losing $200,000 on the first day of play. Find out the details of the poker pro's misfortune.

The prestigious Super High Roller Bowl XI (SHRB XI) has kicked off in Las Vegas, featuring a $100,000 buy-in and drawing 23 registrations on Day 1. The tournament is taking place at the PokerGO Studio and has attracted some of the world’s top poker elite. One of the main stories of the opening day was the rough run for Sean Perry, who fired two bullets ($200,000 total) but busted out before Day 2. How it played out: Sean Perry’s tough day Sean Perry, known for his flashy play and polarizing reputation, was among the 17 players who started right from the opening level. Each participant began with a 300,000-chip starting stack. Early on, Perry managed to build his stack up to 360,000 after winning a pot against Nick Petrangelo and Adrian Mateos. However, things quickly turned against him. By the fourth level, Perry found himself in a tough spot, having lost most of his stack and left with just 23,000 chips. He managed to double up twice through Kristen Foxen, giving him a shot at recovery. But the comeback was short-lived: soon after, Perry lost the rest of his chips and used his only allowed re-entry, paying another $100,000 for a second shot. On his second entry, Perry again tangled with Kristen Foxen and managed to win back some chips, but his main adversary became Alex Foxen, Kristen’s husband. In a key hand, Perry made two pair but lost a big pot to Foxen’s straight, leaving himself short. In the final level of the day, they clashed again in a massive hand: Perry, on the button, raises to 13,000 with J♦9♠ Alex Foxen, in the small blind, calls with 3♠3♦ Flop comes J♣7♠3♣ — Foxen checks, Perry bets 10,000, Foxen raises to 29,000, Perry calls Turn is 4♦ — Foxen bets 32,000, Perry calls again River is 9♦ — Perry makes top and bottom two pair, but Foxen already has a set of threes. Foxen moves all-in for 150,000, covering Perry’s remaining 114,000. Perry calls and is eliminated from the tournament. So, Sean Perry lost both of his entries—a total of $200,000—on the first day. Ben Tollerene and Vinny Lingham also used up both their chances and were eliminated. Other bustouts—Nick Schulman, Jesse Lonis, Chris Hunichen, and Nick Petrangelo—still have the option to re-enter before the start of Day 2. Chip leaders and contenders: Seth Davies chasing a third title At the end of Day 1, 12 players remain in the tournament. Seth Davies leads the chip counts with 882,000 chips (equivalent to 110 big blinds at the start of Day 2). Davies is a two-time Super High Roller Bowl champion, with both titles coming in 2024. His first win was at SHRB IX in Cyprus, where he took home $3,200,000 for topping the $300,000 buy-in event. He claimed his second title just two months later, winning the PLO edition in Las Vegas for $1,500,000 with a $100,000 buy-in. Second in chips is Alex Foxen (768,000). Foxen is one of the most successful high rollers of the modern era, though he has only cashed once in the Super High Roller Bowl: in 2018, he finished runner-up to Isaac Haxton. In this event, Foxen is not only near the top of the leaderboard but also played a pivotal role in eliminating Sean Perry. Among the other contenders is reigning SHRB champion Joao Simao of Brazil, who starts Day 2 with 548,000 chips. Earlier this week, Simao finished second in a PLO event in the series, and his total tournament winnings over the past few weeks have surpassed $10,000,000. Other players still in the hunt include Igor Yaroshevskyy, Talal Shakerchi, Jeremy Ausmus, and Jason Koon—all renowned for their success in high-stakes tournaments. Tournament format and features of Super High Roller Bowl XI The Super High Roller Bowl is one of the most prestigious series in poker, featuring massive buy-ins and consistently attracting the game’s elite. The tournament is held at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas, with live coverage available on the PokerGO platform and text updates via PokerGO Tour. In SHRB XI, each player is allowed a maximum of one re-entry, meaning no more than two $100,000 entries per person. This rule increases the importance of every hand and makes the tournament especially intense. Late registration remains open until the start of Day 2, so the final number of entrants may rise above the current 23 registrations. Day 2 kicks off on October 9 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time (PT), with the broadcast beginning at 4:00 PM PT. Tournament standings: chip counts after Day 1 Below is the full list of chip counts after Day 1 of Super High Roller Bowl XI: 1. Seth Davies — 882,000 2. Alex Foxen — 768,000 3. Brock Wilson — 724,000 4. Jeremy Ausmus — 670,000 5. Joao Simao — 548,000 6. Brandon Wilson — 517,000 7. Talal Shakerchi — 461,000 8. Igor Yaroshevskyy — 377,000 9. David Coleman — 352,000 10. Jason Koon — 277,000 11. Kristen Foxen — 261,000 12. Isaac Haxton — 233,000 Players who have busted and can no longer return to the tournament: Sean Perry (both entries used) Ben Tollerene (both entries used) Vinny Lingham (both entries used) Players who have busted but can still re-enter before the start of Day 2: Nick Schulman Jesse Lonis Chris Hunichen Nick Petrangelo Who’s still in: participants and their achievements Among those still in contention are several well-known professionals: Jeremy Ausmus — multiple-time finalist in high-stakes tournaments Jason Koon — one of the most successful high rollers in recent years Isaac Haxton — SHRB 2018 champion and regular in elite series Kristen Foxen — accomplished pro and frequent final table participant Brock Wilson, Brandon Wilson, David Coleman — representatives of the new generation of high rollers Each of these players has already proven themselves on the biggest stages, and in this tournament, the battle for the title and massive prizes promises to be especially fierce. Quick reference: What is the Super High Roller Bowl? The Super High Roller Bowl is a series of tournaments with the largest buy-ins in poker. Only professionals and wealthy amateurs willing to risk six-figure sums for a shot at the best of the best take part. SHRB events are held in various formats (No Limit Hold'em, Pot Limit Omaha) and in different locations, but always attract the very top players. Winning an SHRB event means not only a huge cash prize but also prestige on par with a WSOP bracelet. What this means for PPPoker club players For PPPoker club members, news from Super High Roller Bowl XI is not just a reason to follow the action at the highest level, but also a source of practical lessons. First, the tournament highlights the importance of proper bankroll management and discipline: even seasoned pros like Sean Perry can quickly lose their entire stack and bust out if they don’t control their risks and emotions. Second, the single re-entry format teaches players to value every entry and every hand. PPPoker club tournaments often feature limited re-entries—and the SHRB XI experience confirms: the fewer chances you have, the more crucial each strategic decision becomes at every stage. Finally, watching masters like Seth Davies, Alex Foxen, or Joao Simao helps you improve your own strategy. By analyzing their play, you can adopt best practices and apply them in PPPoker club tournaments, raising your game and boosting your chances of success in major events.