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BetRivers Multi-State Summer Series Kicks Off with a Bang – Major Events Coming Up

The MSS events have been routinely smashing their guarantees, and the action is expected to reach new highs this weekend with some of the biggest guarantees coming up on Sunday.

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New blog post from Dara O’Kearney on the Irish Poker Tour.

Go check it out!

Chris Moneymaker and Lucas Jumalon sat down to talk about their careers and the ever-changing world of poker.

Moneymaker, whose name has become synonymous with poker’s modern era, talked about the importance of protecting your WSOP winnings, suggesting that the hardest part can be holding onto your cash once you leave the tables.

The episode dives into not just strategy, but also personal discipline and behind-the-scenes stories.

Do yourselves a favor, WATCH IT.

The BetRivers Poker Multi-State Summer Series is already a success at its halfway point, with 38 of 96 events wrapped up and guarantees consistently exceeded.

The $100 Series Starter and $200 Summer Stack both sailed past expectations, and even the Silver bracket saw larger-than-expected turnouts.

This weekend steps things up with bigger Sunday guarantees, including the $100 and $200 Gold events. Highlights for Sunday include:

#24 Silver – $10 Sunday Main ($3,500 Guaranteed)
#24 Gold – $100 Sunday Main ($17,500 Guaranteed)
#25 Silver – $20 Deepstack PKO ($5,000 Guaranteed)
#25 Gold – $200 Deepstack PKO ($18,000 Guaranteed)

Looking ahead, the real centerpiece is next Sunday’s $200 Main Event, boasting a $35,000 guarantee.

Maryland poker players, your European vacation awaits—terms and conditions apply.

The Maryland State Poker Championship, brought to you by PokerStars on FanDuel is making a play for your attention with a series that could send someone to Europe for the EPT.

The MSPC kicks off on August 26 at Live! Casino and Hotel Maryland and runs through September 7.

The series features 16 different events, with buy-ins ranging from $200 to $1,700, and a guaranteed prize pool of at least $1.1 million. The real headline, though, is the $11,500 EPT package up for grabs.

Lucas Jumalon is the new face of poker, and at just 22 years old, he’s not wasting any time making history.

According to PokerNews, Jumalon led the 2026 WSOP Main Event final table from start to finish, securing the title and $10 million prize. He’s now the second-youngest champion ever, just behind Joe Cada.

The final heads-up battle was between Jumalon and Lauri Saaskilahti, both relative newcomers to the big stage. In the end, Jumalon kept his cool for eleven days of play, only allowing himself to celebrate when the last hand was dealt.

The WSOP are already giving away seats to next year’s Main Event.

If you want a chance to win your way there, this could be for you.

Why am I crying at every Jumalon video?

The fact he seems such a nice, normal guy is something to do with it, I think. Is it just meeee?

Want to know Jungleman’s 5x qualities that all poker players have in common?

I read this expecting to hate it, but they are all top suggestions.

Love this from Mike Matusow.

But I love even more that Luke Jumalon is going to reply!

Patrick Leonard coached Lucas Jumalon to WSOP Main Event victory.

And apparently sought nothing in return. Legend.

Also, we all need friends like Hayden!

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Tue, Aug 04
WPT Global Is Sending Players to Two European Poker Festivals This Fall

WPT Global is running satellites for IPT Dublin and the Battle of Malta, both running in October, giving players a chance to win valuable live tournament seats from the comfort of their home.

Tue, Aug 04
888poker LIVE Season Wraps Up in London in October

The season ending 888poker LIVE London festival is a couple of months away, and the operator is looking to send as many players as possible to the Main Event.

Mon, Aug 03
WSOP Reverses Course: Online Ring Winners Will Receive $5K Paradise Packages

After facing backlash over the exclusion of Online Circuit ring winners, WSOP confirms eligible winners will continue to receive $5,000 Paradise packages.

Sat, Aug 01
WSOP Faces Backlash After Online Ring Winners Told They Won’t Receive Paradise Packages

Players question WSOP’s decision to exclude Online Circuit ring winners from its $5,000 Paradise package despite promotional material suggesting all Circuit champions qualify.

Fri, Jul 31
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Fri, Jul 31
Enter the WCOOP Boot Camp & Get Free Coaching from Elite BBZ Poker Coaches

The WCOOP Boot Camp will offer 65 unique events with affordable buy-ins, $6.5 million in guarantees, and free weekly coaching seminars with elite coaches, setting the stage for the upcoming 25th edition of the WCOOP.

Fri, Jul 31
PokerStars and GGPoker Award Four $1 Million Spin Jackpots in July

Four $1 million Spin jackpots hit PokerStars and GGPoker in just 16 days, with identical headline prizes but very different buy-ins, odds, and payouts.

Thu, Jul 30