Ranked Games Season X wasn’t just any anniversary season—it was one of the most intense we’ve ever seen! Two players broke the incredible 10,000 IBP mark, and they did it in just over 5,000 hands played.

After seven consecutive seasons finishing in the top 10—and earning several bronze and silver medals along the way—Ben “benz” Zeidenberg finally claimed the well-deserved title of Ranked Games Season X champion! Ben seemed determined to win this anniversary season, often maintaining a 2,000 IBP lead over second place. This victory also marks the first Ranked Games title for Canada, the third-largest nation on IntoBridge.

Taking the silver medal was American player Bill “RuflRabbit” Segraves, whose score would have been enough to win in almost any other season. Bill is another regular top 10 finisher and achieved his personal best this season.

The bronze medal went to the surprise of the competition, Paul “PeakLake58” Sontag, who surged in the final days to secure third place. His remarkable success rate makes him a strong contender for upcoming seasons (he’s already running second in the ongoing Season XI)!

Congratulations to the top three finishers, who truly put in the effort to reach the podium, and to all the top-ranked players who had to work harder than ever to make it into the top 10 this season!

Interesting Facts from Season X

☆ Only two new players made their first-ever appearance in the final top 10 – Paul “PeakLake58” Sontag (3rd place) and Serge “Stirly” Tirilly from France. This is also France’s first-ever appearance in the top 10!

☆ Ben “benz” Zeidenberg marked his 8th consecutive top 10 finish. His record now includes 3 bronze medals, 2 silver medals, and—at last—a gold, forming a beautiful pyramid of trophies.

☆ Gene “gene” Kuehneman earned his 7th consecutive top 10 finish, adding to his previous silver and bronze medals.

☆ Bill “RuflRabbit” Segraves achieved his 5th consecutive top 10 finish—and his best result so far.

☆ Aleksandar “Sorsi” Avramov, winner of Season VIII and bronze medalist in Season IX, stepped off the podium but maintained his top 10 position, marking 3 consecutive appearances.

☆ South African legend Chris “bosie1” Bosenberg notched his 3rd consecutive, and 4th overall, top 10 finish.

☆ Sam “sammarks” Marks and Graham “Greyboots” Lucy returned to the top 10, each making their second appearance after previous finishes in Seasons III and VIII, respectively. Meanwhile, Aleksey “avgera” Gerasimov held onto his top 10 spot from last season.

Have a look at our infographics summarizing Season X:

Season XI started some time ago and it’s the first season during which you can climb the ranks while earning ACBL Masterpoints. Read more HERE…

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