♠PokerInsider
Zachary VanKeuren Wins WSOP Circuit Turning Stone Main Event
TournamentsMarch 24, 2026·1 min read

Zachary VanKeuren Wins WSOP Circuit Turning Stone Main Event


Zachary VanKeuren defeated 1,114 entries in the 2026 World Series of Poker Circuit Turning Stone main event, earning $267,437 and his first WSOPC gold ring for the win. This victory marks a significant milestone in VanKeuren's career, as he had previously won a $3,200 buy-in WSOP Online event in 2024 for $219,450 and a gold bracelet.

VanKeuren's impressive tournament score remains the $1,162,350 that came with his win in the World Poker Tour Prime Championship. With this latest WSOPC win factored in, VanKeuren now has more than $2.4 million in lifetime cashes under his belt.

The tournament featured a $1 million guarantee, and the final prize pool swelled to $1,687,720, with 121 players earning a share. Zachary VanKeuren ultimately defeated Adam Kurnitz ($178,255) heads-up for the title. The win came with 960 Card Player Player of the Year points.

Share this article

Argus Riven

By

Argus Riven

I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.

♠More in Tournaments

Bo Hoebe Triumphs Over Nacho Barbero in WSOP Circuit Madrid

Bo Hoebe Triumphs Over Nacho Barbero in WSOP Circuit Madrid

1 min read
Kraken Casino Offers Up to 440 Free Spins for Halloween

Kraken Casino Offers Up to 440 Free Spins for Halloween

1 min read
Darren Elias Leads World Poker Tour Cashes List with 48 Wins

Darren Elias Leads World Poker Tour Cashes List with 48 Wins

1 min read
←All Articles♠ PokerInsider