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Philip Chun secured his first bracelet and a $400,000 prize at the 2026 World Series of Poker $550 Mini Mystery Millions event, which drew 20,488 entries and a prize pool of over $9.3 million.
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Dimitar Danchev secured his second WSOP bracelet by winning the 2026 $25,000 heads-up championship, defeating Nikita Kuznetsov in the finals. Danchev's victory came after navigating through a 128-player field and winning seven heads-up matches over three days.
Despite strict gambling laws, poker is incredibly popular in South Korea. Discover the underground scene, legal loopholes, and the lives of high-stakes players.
Scott Clements won his fourth WSOP bracelet and $450,176 in the 2026 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship, defeating a field that included Phil Hellmuth and other notable players.
Nikita Kuznetsov impressively reached the final of the HU championship, defeating notable players along the way. The tournament featured a $25,000 buy-in and attracted 128 entries, with exciting matches and unexpected outcomes.
Former NBA star Vlade Divac had a unique approach to poker wins with his teammates. He refused to take money, opting for favors instead. This approach helped build camaraderie.
A savvy bettor used ladder bets to win $1.1 million during the New York Knicks' playoff run, profiting $1.7 million overall. The strategy involves multiple hefty wagers on the favorite.
Tilman Fertitta is acquiring Caesars Entertainment for $5.7 billion, including WSOP and digital gambling operations. Caesars shareholders will receive $31 per share in cash.
Andrew Shelton, a recreational poker player from Connecticut, won a $1 million bounty at the 2026 World Series of Poker, increasing his lifetime earnings by 50 times.