2026 WSOP Event 27: $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship is coming
The 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP Event 27 is the $10,000 buy-in Dealer's Choice Championship, a mixed-game tournament that traditionally attracts top players competing for a gold bracelet and high prize money.
In the 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP) schedule, Event #27 - the $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship - will be held soon in Las Vegas. This event is a mixed-game tournament where participants take turns selecting the game type, including limit/no-limit Texas Hold'em, Omaha, Seven-Card Stud, and more, testing players' all-around poker skills.
The Dealer's Choice event is a classic WSOP staple, often regarded as a benchmark for all-around players. Due to the wide variety of games, competitors must possess solid fundamentals in mixed games and the ability to adapt quickly. Historically, champions of this event have included well-known players known for their mixed-game prowess, such as Mike Matusow and Phil Hellmuth (specific records need verification).
This year's event adopts a $10,000 buy-in structure with increasing blinds starting from Day 1, ensuring fair competition. Organizers expect to attract a mix of professional players and amateurs competing together. The eventual champion will receive a WSOP gold bracelet and a substantial cash prize, with the exact prize distribution to be announced after the actual number of participants is determined.
WSOP officials remind players to register in advance and adhere to tournament rules. As one of the highest honors in the mixed-game arena, the Dealer's Choice Championship remains a highlight of the WSOP schedule.
FAQ
- Dealer's Choice is a mixed game tournament where each player, when it's their turn to deal, can specify the game type for the next hand, such as Limit Texas Hold'em, Omaha Hi-Lo, Seven-Card Stud Hi-Lo, etc., testing the players' all-around skills. The WSOP Dealer's Choice Championship typically has a $10,000 buy-in and is a major event in the mixed game field.