WSOP Returns to Las Vegas, EPT Sochi Postponed, and More Poker News

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is making a comeback to the Las Vegas Strip in 2022. The event will kick off on May 31 and run until July 20, marking the return of the WSOP to its traditional summer schedule after 17 years.

The European Poker Tour (EPT) Sochi, initially planned for March 18-27, has been officially postponed due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The event is now rescheduled for October 1-10, pending the situation's improvement.

Wiktor Malinowski, a prominent Polish high stakes player, shared an optimistic message on his social media, asserting that poker represents the last hope of humanity against artificial intelligence. Additionally, Rob Yong highlighted a shift in the dynamics of high stakes live poker games in the US, noting that different individuals are now hosting these games.

In a notable live poker game at Hustler Casino, Garrett Adelstein secured a win of $389,500 just a week after being slow-rolled by Dylan Gang. This event gained significant attention due to the viral slow-roll incident.

Ontario, Canada's largest province, is set to legalize online poker starting April 4, 2022, allowing its citizens to engage in legal online poker games.