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Kostritsyn wins Aussie Millions main event

2008-01-21 12:32:06

Alexander Kostritsyn came away from the Aussie Poker millions A$1.65 million ($1.44 million) richer on Sunday night following his win in the no-limit hold 'em main event.

The 21-year-old Russian, who went into the tournament as a relative unknown, defeated eight-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner Erik Seidel in the heads-up after going in with an almost 2-1 chip lead, according to Gambling Blog.

Seidel received A$1 million for finishing second, while third-placed Michael Chrisanthopoulos received A$700,000.

Peter Ling, Nino Marotta, Antonio Casale and Peter Mobbs all made the final table from the field of 780 participants.

After his victory, Kostritsyn told PokerListings.com: "I'm really tired after five days of battle, I just want some rest and then I will be very happy.

"I'm probably going to play in the EPT next. I will probably rest a lot and play my usual cash games in between."

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