2026 WSOP Event 46: $1,000 Seniors No-Limit Hold'em Championship Day 1a Kicks Off
The 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP Event 46, the $1,000 Seniors No-Limit Hold'em Championship, began Day 1a competition recently. The event is open to poker enthusiasts aged 50 and older and is one of the traditional WSOP events.
The 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP) continues in Las Vegas, with Event #46 – the $1,000 Seniors No-Limit Hold'em Championship kicking off Day 1a in early June.
This event is an annual WSOP staple for players aged 50 and older. The buy-in is $1,000 and it uses no-limit hold'em rules. As one of the most popular events on the WSOP schedule, the Seniors Championship typically attracts thousands of entrants, building a prize pool in the millions. Day 1a is the first of several starting flights, where players begin with a set stack and play through multiple levels, ultimately advancing to Day 2.
Specific Day 1a attendance and chip leader information has not yet been released. By tradition, the event will feature multiple starting days, with Day 1b and Day 1c taking place over the following days, eventually crowning a champion and awarding a gold bracelet. The Seniors Championship is historically one of the most beloved WSOP events, with its low buy-in and age-restricted format making it an annual highlight for many older poker enthusiasts.
FAQ
- Participants must be at least 50 years old on the day of the event.