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Saturday, August 22, 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
2026 WSOP Paradise Schedule Announced: Dates, Venue, and Key Events
The World Series of Poker has released the official schedule for the 2026 WSOP Paradise, featuring a new venue, expanded events, and high-stakes tournaments.
WSOP Main Event Finalist Leads Massive PokerStars Open Field in Barcelona
A WSOP Main Event finalist tops the leaderboard at the PokerStars Open in Barcelona, drawing a huge field and intense competition.
WSOP Paradise 2026: 20 Bracelets, $120M Guaranteed in the Bahamas
WSOP Paradise returns Dec 2-17 with 20 bracelet events, $120M in guarantees, including the $25K Super Main Event ($50M GTD) and $10K GGMillion$ ($20M GTD).
Best Live Casino Sites for US Players: A Live Dealer Deep Dive
We tested live dealer floors at five US-facing casinos. High limits, stream quality, and mobile play compared. Lucky Rebel leads for whales, Ignition for variety.
Real Money Online Casinos: A Straight Look at Five Offshore Sites for US Players
Review of five offshore casinos for US players: Lucky Rebel, Ignition, DuckyLuck, Everygame, and Slots&Casino. Focus on games, banking, bonuses, and trust.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Phil Hellmuth Reveals the WSOP Mistake That Still Haunts Him
Phil Hellmuth opens up about a WSOP decision he can't stop replaying, offering a rare glimpse into the mind of poker's most decorated player.
Raphael Caixeta Wins First Event of WSOP Online 2026
Brazilian player Raphael Caixeta takes down Event #1 of WSOP Online 2026, earning his first WSOP gold bracelet and a six-figure prize.
Curtis King Ends Career Slump with WSOPC Cherokee Main Event Victory
Curtis King wins WSOPC Cherokee Main Event, earning $363,703 and his first gold ring after a tough year. He also secured a WSOP Paradise package.
Will Kassouf Spotted at Last Year's WSOP
A glimpse of Will Kassouf at the 2024 WSOP, highlighting his return to the poker spotlight.
Phil Hellmuth's 1989 WSOP Main Event Win: How a 24-Year-Old Beat Johnny Chan
Relive Phil Hellmuth's 1989 WSOP Main Event victory over Johnny Chan, the final hand, the $755,000 prize, and how it launched the Poker Brat legend.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Summer Polish Poker Cup at Banco Bratislava: Day 1B Concludes, 14 More Players Advance
Day 1B of the Summer Polish Poker Cup at Banco Bratislava drew 139 entries, with 14 players advancing to Day 2. Mihael Vukicevic leads the field. Main Event continues with two flights and a Deepstack event today.
Online Poker in Ireland Faces Existential Threat as €10 Stake and €3,000 Win Limits Loom
Ireland's new gambling regulations could cap poker stakes at €10 and winnings at €3,000, threatening cash games and tournaments. Public consultation ends August 20.
Brazilian Surge at WSOP Online 2026: Lucas Teixeira Conquers Gladiators of Poker
Brazil's Lucas Teixeira wins Event #2: $300 Gladiators of Poker at WSOP Online 2026 on GGPoker, taking home $579,752 and a WSOP Paradise Super Pass.
EPT Barcelona 2026: 'No Bubble' Format Debuts to Rave Reviews, Brock Wilson and Yves Thalmann Shine
EPT Barcelona 2026 introduced a revolutionary 'In the Money at 180,000' format, eliminating the bubble. Brock Wilson wins €20K High Roller, Yves Thalmann takes Senior's HR, and Mads Underbjerg stages a comeback.
WPT Cyprus Championship Kicks Off with $2 Million Guarantee
The WPT Cyprus Championship begins today at Chamada Prestige Hotel & Spa with a $3,500 buy-in and $2M guarantee. Three starting flights, unlimited re-entries, and a champion crowned August 24.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
QQPK Taiwan Official Site Overview: Official Entry, Triton ONE & ZSOP Paths, and Summer Events Comparison
Based on the QQPK Taiwan official website announcement in August 2026, this organizes official entry steps, invitation code MGXDMK, and paths to Triton ONE, direct ZSOP Main Event, summer tournaments, and daily freerolls. Seats, re-entries, and tickets are subject to real-time announcements in the App lobby.
Curtis King Wins Harrah's Cherokee WSOP Circuit Main Event for $363,703
West Virginia's Curtis King captures his first WSOP Circuit ring and career-best $363,703 at Harrah's Cherokee, topping 1,681 entries in the $1,700 Main Event.