Maria Ho has done it again, claiming her second Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT) Championship title at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas. This victory makes her the first two-time CPT champion and earned her $50,000, $10,000 more than her previous win in March.

Brian Quinn Comes Close

Brian Quinn, known for his role in Impractical Jokers, gave a strong performance to finish as the runner-up, pocketing $20,000. For someone who rarely plays poker, his showing was nothing short of impressive.

Maria’s Secret Weapon: Tequila and Keeping it Fun

Maria Ho credited her success to an unconventional approach—tequila and not overthinking.

“This is all about the fun,” she said. “Everyone here wants to win, but it’s not the stone-faced sunglasses, hoodie situation.”

Her relaxed mindset didn’t just add to the atmosphere; it helped her secure another historic win.

A Hand to Remember

One of the tournament’s most memorable moments came against Sofie Dossi, the talented contortionist.

Dossi, holding , was all-in against Ho’s . The flop came , giving Dossi the nut straight and a 96% chance to win. But poker’s unpredictability took over.

The turn brought the , and the river delivered the , giving Ho a runner-runner full house and sending Dossi to the rail in third place with $10,000.

“It was an insane hand,” Ho said. “But everyone played really well. I’m proud of all the women tonight.”

The Biggest CPT Event of 2024

The eighth CPT event of the year brought an unmatched energy to the PokerGO Studio. Celebrities, influencers, and poker pros clashed in a dazzling display of skill and fun.

Highlights included:

• Sketch, a Texas-based streamer, arriving dressed as an elf and stealing the pre-show buzz.
• Athletes dominating one side of the room while poker pros and streamers ruled the other.

Adrian Peterson delivered some of the night’s biggest moments, eliminating Joe Gatto and taking a massive pot from Ninja, leaving fans buzzing.

Maria Ho’s Legacy

With her second CPT title, Maria Ho continues to solidify her place in poker history. Combining skill, charisma, and grace under pressure, she shows that poker is as much about heart as it is about hands.

Her latest victory is a testament to her dominance and the vibrant personality she brings to the game, making her a true queen of the felt.