2026 WSOP Main Event Exceeds 8,000 Entries on Day 1d Progression
The World Series of Poker Main Event continued drawing record crowds through multiple starting flights, with Day 1d alone exceeding 4,700 entrants.
PokerNews · +1 outlets
Brisbane Online Poker Operator Fined AUD 24 Million for Illegal Operations
A Brisbane-based online poker platform and its operator faced significant regulatory enforcement, including a major monetary penalty.
The Courier Mail · +6 outlets
Justin Fawcett Wins Second WSOP Bracelet, Claims Only Double Board Event
Poker pro Justin Fawcett won his second bracelet at the 2026 WSOP, capturing the unique Double Board Bomb Pot PLO tournament for $322,000.
PokerNews · +5 outlets
Martin Kabrhel Wins Sixth WSOP Bracelet Amid Controversy Discussion
Czech player Martin Kabrhel added his sixth WSOP gold bracelet, with poker community debate ongoing about his table conduct and behavior.
PokerNews · +2 outlets
Toby Price Wins WSOP Summer Celebration Bracelet for $500k Return on $800 Entry
Poker professional Toby Price captured a WSOP bracelet in the Summer Celebration event with a high return on investment.
PokerNews · +1 outlets
Annette Obrestad Returns to WSOP Main Event After Eight-Year Absence
Pioneering female poker player Annette Obrestad competed in Day 1c of the WSOP Main Event, marking her first Main Event entry since 2018.
PokerNews · +3 outlets
Adriaan Jacobs Becomes Fourth South African WSOP Bracelet Winner
South African poker player Adriaan Jacobs joined an exclusive group by winning his first WSOP bracelet at the 2026 series.
PokerNews · +3 outlets
Joshua Mammen Wins BetMGM Poker Championship After Five-Way Deal
Poker pro Joshua Mammen captured the BetMGM Poker Championship after a deal involving five remaining players.
PokerNews · +2 outlets
Women Poker Players Discuss 2026 WSOP Progress and Opportunities
Female poker professionals including Kyna England, Esther Taylor, and Caitlyn Comeskey discussed gender representation at the 2026 WSOP.
PokerNews · +2 outlets
Zixuan Liu Wins WSOP Bracelet, Uses Winnings to Buy Wife New Car
TikTok engineer Zixuan Liu won a WSOP bracelet and announced plans to use his winnings for a personal purchase.
PokerNews · +1 outlets
Paul Mizrachi, Son of Reigning WSOP Main Event Champ, Bags Strong Stack Day 1
Paul Mizrachi competed in his first WSOP Main Event, building a large chip stack early in the tournament.
PokerNews
BetMGM Poker Online Summer Classic Begins with Satellite Tournaments
BetMGM launched its Online Summer Classic poker series with qualifying tournaments running to build prize pools.
Pokerfuse · +9 outlets
WPT Global Launches Triple Ring Challenge Offering 3 Million Yen Bonus
World Poker Tour Global introduced a challenge promotion for its Asia Series, rewarding players who captured multiple WPT rings.
PokerNews
Texas Card House Leader Discusses Future of Poker Regulation in State
Ryan Crow from Texas Card House joined the PokerNews Podcast to discuss the regulatory landscape and business outlook for Texas poker venues.
PokerNews
ACR Poker Celebrates 25th Anniversary with 15 Million Dollar Guaranteed Venom Tournament
ACR Poker marked a quarter-century milestone with a major tournament offering substantial guaranteed prize pool.
Poker.org · +1 outlets
TDA Summit Introduces New Tournament Rules, Mixed Community Reception
The Tournament Directors Association summit resulted in rule changes for poker play, with some community members expressing disagreement.
Poker.org
DJ Mackinnon Attempts Main Event Cash After 14 Previous Attempts
Poker player DJ Mackinnon sought his first WSOP Main Event cash in his 15th attempt at the signature tournament.
PokerNews
Myles Mullaly Wins WSOP Super Turbo Bracelet
Poker pro Myles Mullaly captured a WSOP bracelet in the Super Turbo format at the 2026 series.
Card Player · +5 outlets