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Thursday, June 4, 2026
WSOP Circuit: New Main Event Champions Crowned at Commerce and Harrah's Cherokee
In May 2026, the WSOP Circuit concluded simultaneously at Commerce Casino and Harrah's Cherokee. Hamid Izadi won the Cherokee Main Event, earning his tenth Circuit ring and $332,405; Anthony Marques won the Commerce Main Event, taking home $187,977 and his first Circuit ring. Both champions also received a package to WSOP Paradise 2026.
PlayPokerGO Officially Launches, Ushering in a New Era of Social Poker and Casino Gaming
PokerGO announces the launch of PlayPokerGO, a free gaming platform that blends social poker with casino elements, allowing players to enjoy Texas Hold'em, slot machines, and other games while interacting with friends.
PokerGO® Acquires Leading Poker Graphics and Stats Company
PokerGO announced the acquisition of a leading poker graphics and data company, aiming to enhance the visual presentation and data analysis capabilities of event broadcasts, providing viewers with a richer viewing experience.
High Stakes Poker Historic Moment: Alan Keating Wins Record $1,412,500 Pot
In the PokerGO-produced High Stakes Poker program, Alan Keating won a $1,412,500 pot, setting a new record for the largest pot in the show's history. During the hand, Keating went all-in with a flush draw and a straight draw, and ultimately hit a flush on the river, defeating his opponent's set.
PokerGO® Announces 2025 WSOP® Livestreaming Plans: Daily Main Event Coverage and More
PokerGO has announced daily livestreaming during the 2025 World Series of Poker WSOP, covering the Main Event and other popular tournaments, delivering an immersive viewing experience for poker fans worldwide.
Leo Margets Makes History: First Woman to Reach WSOP Main Event Final Table in 30 Years
Spanish female poker player Leo Margets reached the final table of the 2025 WSOP Main Event, becoming the first woman to achieve this in 30 years. The final table will be live-streamed on PokerGO on July 15-16.
PokerGO and PokerStars Announce Return of National Heads-Up Poker Championship
PokerGO and PokerStars jointly announced that the highly anticipated National Heads-Up Poker Championship will return in 2026. The event features a heads-up knockout format with a total prize pool of $1 million, and the champion will receive $250,000 and a gold belt. The tournament will be held in March 2026 at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas and will be live-streamed on PokerGO.
"Cash of the Titans" Returns! Alan Keating and Andrew Robl Headline August 21-23 PokerGO Livestream
PokerGO announces the return of "Cash of the Titans" from August 21-23, headlined by Alan Keating and Andrew Robl, bringing high-stakes cash game livestreams.
PokerGO® Announces Special Edition High Stakes Poker Livestream Presented by ClubWPT Gold
PokerGO announces a special edition of High Stakes Poker live stream for January 2025, presented by ClubWPT Gold. The show will invite top poker players to play high-stakes cash games live, bringing exciting matchups to viewers.
PokerGO® Announces Four Nights of 'No Gamble, No Future' Live Cash Games Presented by PokerStars
PokerGO collaborates with PokerStars to launch a four-night 'No Gamble, No Future' live cash game special, airing in January 2025, featuring top poker players.
Kevin Hart Joins High Stakes Poker Season 15: Premieres December 23 on PokerGO
Comedy superstar Kevin Hart will join as a regular player, competing alongside top professional players. The new season consists of 10 episodes, updated every Tuesday.
PokerGO® January 26-28 presents $500/$1,000 Super High Roller Cash Game, three consecutive nights of intense action.
PokerGO® announces a three-night $500/$1,000 Super High Roller cash game from January 26 to 28, 2026, bringing together top players for high-stakes action.
PokerGO® Releases Full Season National Heads-Up Poker Championship Presented by PokerStars®
PokerGO announces the release of the full season of the National Heads-Up Poker Championship presented by PokerStars, featuring top poker players in heads-up matches, now available to watch on PokerGO.
Kevin Hart Headlines High Stakes Poker Season 16, Premiering May 25 on PokerGO®
High Stakes Poker Season 16 premieres May 25 on PokerGO®, with comedy superstar Kevin Hart joining top pros and celebrity players. The new season continues the high-stakes cash game tradition at $200/$400 blinds, offering exciting hands and entertainment.
WSOP Circuit Lands in Los Angeles and Cherokee May 7-18
WSOP Circuit will be held from May 7 to 18, 2026 simultaneously at Commerce Casino in Los Angeles and Harrah's Cherokee in North Carolina, each featuring 18 gold ring events with a $1 million guaranteed main event.
WSOP Circuit New Orleans Heats Up: 18 Gold Ring Events Await
WSOP Circuit New Orleans 2026 will be held from May 14 to 25, 2026 at Caesars New Orleans, featuring 18 gold ring events, with a $500,000 guarantee for the Main Event. Players can register via the WSOP Live app, and each gold ring winner will receive a WSOP Paradise 2026 package worth $5,000.
WSOP 2026 Commentary Team Announced: David Williams, Maria Ho, and Other Stars Join
The 57th WSOP will kick off in May 2026, with ESPN broadcasting approximately 100 hours of the Main Event. WSOP officially announced a new commentary and reporting team, including David Williams, Maria Ho, Joe Stapleton, Jeff Platt, and the legendary duo Lon McEachern and Norman Chad. Meanwhile, Ali Nejad and Nick Schulman will return to the commentary booth.
57th World Series of Poker Kicks Off Today: $550 Mini Mystery Millions and $5,000 8-Handed Events Begin
The 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP kicks off on May 26 at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas. Day 1 events include the $550 Mini Mystery Millions six starting flights and the $5,000 8-Handed No-Limit Hold'em. Highlights: The Mini Mystery Millions features a $1,000,000 top bounty, while the $5,000 8-Handed attracts top pros. The WSOP Main Event starts on July 2, with ESPN providing over 100 hours of coverage.