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Five and Counting: Kristen Foxen’s Historic WSOP Success

Five and Counting: Kristen Foxen’s Historic WSOP Success
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  • Last updated on: November 4, 2024 · 3 minutes to read

In a record-breaking win that further cements her legacy, Kristen Foxen captured her fifth World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet last week, winning Event #19: $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Max in the WSOP Online series. This latest victory, which came after a competitive showdown with 172 players, netted Foxen $56,703 and solidified her standing as the most decorated female player in WSOP history.

With this fifth bracelet, Foxen now holds an impressive tally across both live and online events, a feat few poker professionals — male or female — have achieved.

Adding to the week’s excitement, Foxen’s husband, fellow poker pro Alex Foxen, also claimed his second WSOP bracelet just days prior. This high-stakes household has now amassed a combined total of seven WSOP bracelets, each pushing the limits of poker skill and endurance in their events.

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Kristen Foxen’s Online Poker Edge

This recent triumph marks Foxen’s third online WSOP bracelet, following wins in 2020 and 2023.

Over the summer, she had a notable run in the live WSOP Main Event, advancing deep into the tournament and drawing widespread support from fans and fellow players alike. Although she narrowly missed the final table, finishing 13th, her performance served as a powerful reminder of her skill and focus. Her latest win in the online series is the latest feather in her cap, validating her ability to pivot seamlessly between live and online poker formats.

Kristen Foxen WSOP 2024
WSOP 2024

Foxen’s handle “Saraswati.” has become familiar to online poker fans, particularly as she took down the final heads-up battle against “dmatkr” for the bracelet and top prize in Event #19. With her calculated play and formidable online presence, Foxen continues to leave her mark on digital poker platforms, demonstrating a unique prowess in the fast-paced, high-stakes world of WSOP Online.

PlaceNamePrize
1Kristen ‘Saraswati.’ Foxen$56,703
2dmatkr$42,163
3anvil10004$31,986
4Sensei$23,262
5Misterblue$15,993

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Kristen Foxen’s Road to Five WSOP Bracelets

Kristen Foxen’s WSOP journey began in 2013 when she claimed her first bracelet in the $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em Ladies Championship event in Las Vegas, where she topped a field of 954 players and took home $173,922. Three years later, she captured her second bracelet at the 2016 WSOP, this time in the $1,500 No-Limit Hold’em Bounty event. Her victory in a field of over 2,000 competitors further solidified her position as a top competitor in live events.

Kristen Foxen and Alex Foxen
Kristen Foxen and Alex Foxen

In 2020, Foxen added her third bracelet during the WSOP Online series on GGPoker, winning the $2,500 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed Event and earning $356,412. This marked her first online WSOP title and demonstrated her capability to succeed in the virtual arena.

Foxen’s fourth bracelet came in 2023 in the $888 No-Limit Hold’em Crazy 8’s Online Bracelet Event on WSOP.com, adding to her online accolades. As you already know, she won her fifth bracelet in 2024 during the WSOP Online Event #19: $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Max, where she outlasted a 172-player field to win $56,703.

YearWSOP Tournament Prize
2013$1,000 No-Limit Hold’em Ladies Championship$ 173,922
2016$1,500 No-Limit Hold’em Bounty$ 290,768
2020$2,500 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Handed$ 356,412
2023$888 No-Limit Hold’em Crazy 8’s Online Bracelet$ 92,142
2024$1,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6-Max$56,703

Kristen Foxen’s Legacy in Poker

With five WSOP bracelets across both live and online formats, Kristen Foxen has firmly established herself as a leading figure in professional poker.

Her achievements set a high bar for future players, and her adaptability between live tournaments and online platforms underscores her comprehensive skillset. Foxen’s success serves as a benchmark for women in poker, as she continues to build a legacy defined by consistency and competitiveness at the highest level of play.

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