Shawn Smith Eliminated in 20th Place

African Ace Poker Desk · 2026-07-26

R5K Mini Main Maxi

The action is fast and furious in the Mini Main with Shawn Smith becoming the second casualty in just four hands of play.

The pace has electrified the room early on in the Mini Main. In a blistering start to the session, the field has already lost two players in the space of just four hands.

Shawn Smith was the latest casualty, bowing out in 20th place. While Shawn could not find the momentum to keep his deep run going, he secures a hard-fought top-20 finish in a highly competitive field.

With players busting at a rapid rate, the remaining 19 contenders are bracing for a fast-paced battle as they eye a spot at the final table.