ESPN and WSOP Announce 2026 Main Event Broadcast Schedule

ESPN and WSOP recently jointly announced the broadcast plans for the 2026 WSOP Main Event. As long-time partners, ESPN will provide full coverage of the 2026 WSOP Main Event, including every hand from Day 1 to the final table. The specific broadcast schedule will be announced closer to the event, but it is expected to cover the entire Main Event cycle.

The WSOP Main Event is one of the most anticipated poker tournaments of the year, typically held in Las Vegas during the summer, attracting thousands of participants. ESPN has been broadcasting the WSOP since 2003, and its production of the event has a large global audience. The 2026 broadcast will continue to feature high-definition multi-camera production and incorporate real-time data analysis to provide viewers with deeper tournament insights.

ESPN's parent company, Disney, will also offer event replays and related special features across its platforms. Registration qualifications and specific rules for the 2026 WSOP event have not yet been announced, but it is expected to follow the same tournament structure as in previous years.