World Poker Tour Bay 101 Narrows to Six Finalists
The elite six-player final table has been determined following a high-stakes tournament in San Jose.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Casino
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The World Poker Tour Bay 101 Shooting Star tournament has concluded its latest rounds, narrowing a field of 584 entrants down to just six finalists. The remaining players are now set to compete for a significant portion of the total $2,613,200 prize pool.
Why it matters
This event serves as a major qualifier for the professional poker circuit, offering the eventual winner both a substantial cash prize and a guaranteed seat at a prestigious championship. With nearly $1.4 million in prize money still on the table, the competition remains intense for the final contenders.
The tournament drew a total of 584 entries at a $5,300 buy-in per person. The eventual winner is slated to receive $470,500 and a seat in the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.
The players
Quoc Mai
He is the current chip leader for the Bay 101 Shooting Star event with 10,165,000 chips.
Chahn Jung
He enters the final table as one of the top contenders with 9,075,000 chips.
Ziao Guo
He is among the six finalists and holds a stack worth 102 big blinds.
Shawn Daniels
He secured his place at the final table with a chip count of 3,000,000.
Eric Zheng
He is one of the six remaining players advancing with 2,065,000 chips.
The details
The final table was solidified after two consecutive double eliminations reduced the field from ten players to six. Quoc Mai enters the final round as the chip leader with 10,165,000 chips, followed by Chahn Jung with 9,075,000 chips and Ziao Guo with 102 big blinds.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: The tournament began with the first starting flight.
October 26, 2026: The final table of six players was set.
December 15, 2026: The final table play resumes in Las Vegas.
Industry Dynamics
This tournament is part of a larger circuit linked to the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. It reflects the ongoing effort by major poker organizations to create cohesive pathways for professional players to advance through regional stops to prestigious national events.
While the tournament field is closed, fans can follow the final six players as they head to Las Vegas for the championship round. Detailed chip counts and player standings provide insight into the professional play for those following the circuit.
The takeaway
The progression of these six finalists demonstrates the high variance and strategic endurance required in large-field poker tournaments. Interested players looking to compete in similar events should review tournament structures and qualifying entry requirements before the next circuit season.
What happens next
The final six players will reconvene for the championship round of the tournament on December 15, 2026, in Las Vegas.
Further reading
Learn more about local gaming and professional tournament structures in our San Jose Casino coverage.
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