The 2025 PokerGO Tour Pot-Limit Omaha Series has crowned two new champions. Chino Rheem and Christopher Costa emerged victorious in their respective events, each securing significant paydays and the prestigious PGT titles.
Chino Rheem Conquers $10,000 PLO Event
Three-time World Poker Tour champion Chino Rheem continued his impressive run by winning Event #4, a $10,000 buy-in PLO tournament. The event attracted 118 entries, generating a massive prize pool of $1,180,000.
Rheem’s victory earned him $295,000 and 295 PGT points, pushing him to the top of the series leaderboard with 307 total points. This marked his fifth career PGT title and second of the 2025 season, following his success in the PGT Mixed Games Series.
Payout Table $10,000 PLO Event
Christopher Costa: From Operating Room to Poker Glory
In Event #5, cosmetic surgeon Christopher Costa proved that poker excellence isn’t limited to full-time professionals. Costa dominated the $10,100 Progressive Bounty PLO tournament, which drew 116 entries for a $1,160,000 prize pool.
Costa’s performance was particularly impressive as he entered the final table with over 63% of the chips in play. He maintained his dominance by eliminating almost all players on the final table himself.
Final Table Results – Event #5 ($10,100 PLO Progressive Bounty)
Contrasting Paths to Victory
The two champions represent different paths in poker excellence. Rheem, a seasoned professional with over $16 million in career tournament earnings, added another prestigious title to his impressive resume. His victory reinforces his status as one of poker’s most consistent performers at the highest levels.
Costa, meanwhile, balances his poker pursuits with a successful medical career at Platinum Plastic Surgery in Las Vegas. His poker journey began around 2008, playing cash games at the Borgata on the East Coast. This victory marks his first major tournament title, proving that part-time players can compete successfully at the highest stakes.
About the PokerGO Tour PLO Series
The PGT PLO Series has become a cornerstone of high-stakes poker since its 2023 debut. Hosted at the PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino, the series features buy-ins ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. Players compete not only for substantial prize pools but also PGT leaderboard points. These points are crucial for qualifying for the prestigious PGT $1,000,000 Championship. The series attracts elite professionals and PLO specialists from around the world, contributing to its status as one of poker’s premier events.
Looking Ahead
Both winners have different plans following their victories. Rheem continues his pursuit of PGT leaderboard points, aiming to maintain his position atop the standings. Costa returns to his medical practice while likely planning his next “weekend warrior” poker appearance.
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