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.
Michael Casella secured his first WSOP gold bracelet and $141,963 after a intense final battle against Nick Schulman and Scott Seiver.
Nikita Kuznetsov has secured his place in the semifinals of the $25k heads-up poker championship, where he will face Alex Foxen. Kuznetsov qualified through a $2,750 satellite and defeated notable players on his way to the final day.
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Yang Wang and James Cheung emerged victorious in the $5,000 PLO and $1,500 stud events respectively, securing their first WSOP bracelets.
Charlie Carrel reveals his arrest and ban from the United States due to drug possession. Discover the full story behind his WSOP absence.
Jason Daly secured his third WSOP bracelet by winning the $1,500 Omaha eight-or-better event, earning $191,362. The event featured a strong field of 828 entries and notable players.
Daniyal Gheba secured his first WSOP gold bracelet in the $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em event, taking home $502,985 and 1,680 Card Player Player of the Year points.