News
Tournament news and industry updates worldwide
Saturday, June 13, 2026

WPT mocks WSOP's new rules: 'Millionaire Maker' loses its flavor?
WPT publicly mocked WSOP's rule changes for the 'Millionaire Maker' event on social media, sparking heated debate in the poker community. The new rules aim to improve fairness but are questioned for reducing the event's appeal.

WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Championship: A Key Stop on the World Poker Tour
The World Poker Tour WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Championship is a key event in the season, typically held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Hollywood, Florida, attracting top players from around the world to compete for the WPT championship title.

Bad Beat Ends NFL Star Richard Seymour's World Poker Title Dreams, Second Place
According to PokerNews, former NFL star Richard Seymour made it to the finals of a world poker event, but suffered a rare Bad Beat on the last hand, ultimately finishing second and missing out on the championship.

WPT bestbet Scramble Championship Returns in September with $1 Million Guarantee
The World Poker Tour WPT has announced that the bestbet Scramble Championship will return this September with a $1 million guaranteed prize pool. This event is a key stop in the WPT series and is expected to attract numerous top poker players.

WPT Returns to The Star Sydney, to Host WPT Prime Australia and WPT Australia Championship Events
The World Poker Tour WPT has announced its return to The Star Sydney in Australia, hosting two events: WPT Prime Australia and WPT Australia Championship, bringing a top-tier competitive experience to local poker enthusiasts.

World Poker Tour Returns to Sydney, Major Festival Set for 2026
The World Poker Tour WPT has announced it will return to Sydney, Australia in 2026 for a major poker festival. Specific event schedules and details have not yet been released, but it is expected to attract top players from around the world.

WPT Australia Festival: Win World Poker Tour Championship Title in the Southern Hemisphere
According to PokerNews, the World Poker Tour WPT Australia Festival is about to kick off, giving players the opportunity to compete for the WPT championship title in the Southern Hemisphere. The event features multiple main events and side events, attracting poker enthusiasts from around the world.

2026 WSOP Day 4: Mizrachi, Negreanu and Foxen Win $25K Heads-Up Event
On Day 4 of the 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP, three notable players Michael Mizrachi, Daniel Negreanu and Alex Foxen won the $25,000 buy-in heads-up event. The report did not disclose specific prize money and opponent information, but this result once again proves their competitiveness in top poker events.

Scott Clements Dominates $10k Omaha Hi-Lo Championship, Defeats Hellmuth and Brunson
Scott Clements triumphed in the $10,000 buy-in Omaha Hi-Lo Championship, overcoming poker legends Phil Hellmuth and Doyle Brunson to claim the title. This remarkable victory showcases Clements' deep expertise in mixed games.