Things are getting very real for the 85 players still in contention for the 2017 World Series of Poker main event title. The top stacks are edging up toward 10 million, though it's closely bunched together, and two days of poker stand between those fortunate souls and a moment most have dreamed of their entire careers.
The race for the overall chip lead was tight in the final moments of play on Saturday night, but it would ultimately be German player Robin Hegele coming out on top with 9.99 million, just edging out Joshua Horton (9.36 million). With less than $50,000 in career tournament cashes, he has already secured the biggest result of his career -- but as the chip leader, Hegele is in position for a lot more.