August 26, 2025

Follow along with PartyPoker Ambassador Jaime Staples.

He’s at PartyPoker Live Glasgow.

August 27

Progressive Knockouts go live at BetRivers Poker.

BetRivers Poker is expanding its appeal with the introduction of Progressive Knockouts, which have launched in all markets. The new format enhances their Sunday offerings, ensuring players have even more reasons to log in this weekend.

WPT Global deals in for Dublin’s International Poker Open.

In a new three-year deal, WPT Global is the headline sponsor for the International Poker Open in Dublin. Alongside a variety of new events, 20 Golden Passes will be distributed, potentially giving winners a €100,000 bonus if they take the Main Event. It is the first time WPT Global has sponsored the IPO. They have qualifiers running around the clock.

Will Kassouf’s poker reputation: asset or liability?

Chad Holloway of PokerNews catches up with Will Kassouf at the WPT Cyprus Championship to explore his current status in the poker circuit having been “banned” by the WSOP from further tournaments back in the summer. Can we expect him at WSOP Paradise this year? Found out.

Sam Abernathy talks life beyond the felt.

In the latest “Life Outside Poker” podcast from PokerNews, Sam Abernathy opens up about her transition from playing poker tournaments to motherhood. Hosted by Connor Richards, the episode delves into her past successes and new life chapters.

August 26

Will Kassouf is pondering his place in the poker spotlight.

At the WPT Cyprus Championship, Will Kassouf discusses his rising popularity in poker circles with Chad Holloway. As a notable figure, he’s contemplating his place on the bustling poker tour scene. The question is: will his persona keep him in the spotlight?

DNegs sits down with PokerOrg.

He call out all the “cancerous vultures” who in his opinion are ruining poker.

Darren Elias adds another trophy to his collection.

Darren Elias, the all-time World Poker Tour titles leader, adds another feather to his cap with a win at the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open $10,000 High Roller. Seizing victory from a talented field, Elias earned $219,535 and crucial Player of the Year points. This triumph represents his second title of the year, further solidifying his poker legacy.

VGW decides it’s time to cash out of Canada.

VGW, the company behind popular sites Chumba Casino and Global Poker, has announced its departure from Canada due to regulatory challenges. Customers can use existing Gold Coins, with games ending on September 25, and final redemptions by October 23.

A poker festival and Mediterranean escape rolled into one.

WPT Cyprus is in full swing, offering poker enthusiasts a chance to compete in a $3,500 buy-in Championship with a $2,000,000 guarantee. Running until August 18 at the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino, it’s a mix of serious poker and a luxurious getaway under the Mediterranean sun. Consider it a vacation with higher stakes.

London calling, and it’s all about poker.

888poker LIVE London 2025 is back and it’s dealing some serious hands in September at the Grosvenor Victoria Casino. The festival’s headliner is the £1,250 Main Event with a cool £250,000 prize pool. Whether you’re a high roller or a penny pincher, there’s a table waiting for you.

Looks like GGPoker’s 'Game of Gold’ has folded.

Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker’s poster boy, has put a damper on fans’ hopes for a second season of “Game of Gold”. Despite previous confirmations, the sequel to the poker reality show seems stalled. Maybe they’ll play their cards differently in the future.

Jesse Lonis outlasts the competition in Cyprus.

Jesse Lonis took home the top prize at the Onyx SHRS NLH Invitational, defeating Maher Nouira after a heads-up deal. Phil Ivey, the 11-time WSOP bracelet winner, finished in third place. The Merit Royal Diamond Hotel & Casino hosted the high-stakes event, which featured 88 entries and a $100,000 buy-in.

Catch up with Poker Night in America.

Their live stream drops featuring famous faces: Phil Hellmuth, Daniel Negreanu, Maria Ho, Dan 'Jungleman’ Cates, Kelly Minkin, Jason 'Jcarver’ Somerville, Antonio Esfandiari, Liv Boeree, Maria Konnikova, Mike Matusow, Samantha Abernathy, Phil Galfond

The biggest hand in televised poker history.

Dan “Jungleman” Cates has a huge decision to make against Monarch. But honestly its the breadstick that steals the show. If you know, you know. Check out the clip below.