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Saturday, June 13, 2026
Former champion Eychenne leads EPT Monte Carlo Main Event, 48 players advance
In the EPT Monte Carlo Main Event, 2019 champion Alexandre Eychenne leads the final 48 players. The tournament attracted approximately 1,000 entries, with the money bubble burst. The champion will receive over €1 million. After Day 3, Eychenne leads with solid play, while many well-known players remain.
EPT Monte Carlo Main Event: Binder Leads, Eychenne Out
The EPT Monte Carlo Main Event is heating up. French player Binder holds the chip lead, while another well-known player Eychenne has unfortunately been eliminated. The competition is fierce, and the remaining players are vying for the title.
2026 EPT Monte Carlo Main Event: Painful Cooler Crushes Former Champion's Dream
According to PokerNews, a rare cooler in the 2026 EPT Monte Carlo Main Event crushed a former champion's dreams. How brutal was this hand? This article recaps the best hand of the week.
2026 WSOPE Main Event: Daan Mulders Advances to Day 3 with Second Chip Stack
According to CasinoNieuws.nl, after Day 2 of the 2026 WSOPE Main Event, Dutch player Daan Mulders advanced to Day 3 with the second-highest chip count overall. More details to follow.
"Daddy has two now": Mike Holtz wins second WSOP bracelet in Super Turbo Bounty
American poker player Mike Holtz won the WSOP Super Turbo Bounty event, earning his second career WSOP bracelet. Holtz, known as "Daddy", said excitedly after the win, "Daddy has two now."
Knicks in Five? Nick's Got Eight! Schulman Justifies Hall of Fame Induction with Eight WSOP Bracelets
PokerNews reports that Nick Schulman justified his Poker Hall of Fame induction with eight WSOP bracelets. The article title cleverly plays on the New York Knicks' slogan 'Knicks in Five' by changing it to 'Nick's Got Eight' to highlight his eight bracelets.
WPT postpones Cyprus tournament due to Middle East conflict
The World Poker Tour WPT announced that the tournament originally scheduled for Cyprus will be postponed due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Organizers stated that the safety of participants and staff is the top priority, and a new date is to be determined.
Alexander Farahi Wins WPT Rolling Thunder Championship, Salsberg Runner-Up
Alexander Farahi has won the WPT Rolling Thunder championship, with Salsberg finishing as runner-up. Specific prize and event details will be reported later.
Alex Farahi Wins WPT Rolling Thunder Championship
American player Alex Farahi won the WPT Rolling Thunder Championship, earning his first World Poker Tour title. The event was held at Thunder Valley Casino in California.
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.