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James Hartigan headlines a packed The Lock-In this week, joined by JP McCann and Lauren Mooney to tackle just about every poker topic you can think of.

The group discusses the upcoming Irish Open in Sydney, the shifting regulatory landscape in Ireland, and how the Pokerstars Opens are faring.

There’s talk of the WSOP Main Event final table and Jason Koon’s induction to the Poker Hall of Fame. EPT Barcelona gets special attention, especially regarding its livestream schedule and the notable absence of Joe Stapleton.

Dara and David bring their usual candid opinions, while James muses on which half of a legendary duo he might be.

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More from this week

Today

New poker coach announced for Beyond the Game.

Chris Vitch joins the roster.
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There’s still time to win WCOOP BootCamp tickets.

The competition closes at 6pm CET. today (Tuesday).
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Turns out ex-poker player Jason Les has done very well for himself.

Digging out this interview from a few years back to remind myself of his shift from poker into bitcoin.
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GGPoker ambassador, Daniel Negreanu is famous for his poker prowess, but the Scratch Golf Show dives into another side of the pro: his costly adventures in golf.

In this exclusive new interview, Negreanu shares that he has both won and lost millions—not just at the poker table, but also in golf games with other high rollers.

He talks candidly about the ups and downs, admitting, 'I’ve lost millions playing golf, but I’ve also made some back.’

Beyond the money, Negreanu discusses the psychology behind both games and why the thrill keeps him coming back. For anyone who thought poker was a gamble, the world of high-stakes golf might be an even riskier bet.

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Mark Scheinberg, co-founder of PokerStars, is letting go of his super yacht Synthesis, valued at $152.5 million according to PokerNews.

The 70-meter vessel, built by Dutch shipyard Amels, comes with six cabins, a fitness area, and all the amenities you would expect from a billionaire’s floating resort.

Scheinberg’s fortune was made when he and his father built PokerStars into the world’s largest poker site, eventually selling it for $4.9 billion. Now, at 53, he seems ready to downsize or maybe just clear some space in the marina.

Will we see 'Synthesis’ on Below Deck after the sale? We can but hope.

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On the latest Poker Weekly, Nick Schulman brought Daniel Negreanu onto SiriusXM to look back at his infamous 2004 run.

For those who don’t remember, Negreanu racked up over $4 million in tournament earnings that year, a time when five-figure buy-ins were a rarity. He took home Player of the Year honors from the World Poker Tour, the World Series of Poker, and Card Player Magazine, all while poker was exploding in popularity.

Negreanu shared stories about his first bracelet win in 1998, but the main event was his 2004 dominance. Schulman and Negreanu also quizzed recent Main Event winner Lucas Jumalon about his thought process at the final table, but it was Negreanu’s historic run that stole the show.

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Love that Caesars was actually used in The Hangover.

The best 'yes’ they ever made, surely.
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Crispin Rovere’s investigation into CoinPoker deepens. David Lappin rounds it up.

According to Rovere, the real puzzle is not how the site operates but who actually owns it. He follows a trail of company filings, directors, and holding companies that always seems to end at yet another corporate wall.

Lappin notes, “Rovere starts with a question that sounds simple enough – who owns CoinPoker?”

Rovere’s use of public data and online sleuthing paints a detailed but still incomplete picture. If you’re looking for a straightforward poker site review, this isn’t it. Instead, it’s a lesson in how complex and opaque the world of offshore poker really is.

NB. Over a year ago, Poker Industry PRO also published an article on Click Out Media and how it operates. Link below.

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Yesterday

Doug Polk and Jennifer Tilly, two familiar faces in the poker world, sit down for million dollar pot on High Stakes Poker.

The twist this time is the presence of Santhosh Suvarna, who PokerGO hypes as an 'absolute legend.’
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David Lappin, on that massive PokerStars change.

Could it be just the tonic for the brand that keeps on losing its market share?
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PokerNews hit its 1,000th podcast episode, and to mark the occasion, they brought in some heavy hitters.

Jeremy Ausmus talked about his life as a high-stakes pro, his Poker Hall of Fame choices, and why he decided to start vlogging. Greg Mueller and Michael Gagliano, both 2026 WSOP Main Event finalists, shared how they have been handling the downtime and preparing for the $10 million prize.

The show also featured appearances from former hosts like Sarah Herring, Donnie Peters, and Kyna England. The PokerNews team reflected on the podcast’s history and gave a nod to everyone who helped get them to this milestone.

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Fedor Holz’s advice on improving at poker.

It’s also about studying and sticking to a routine.
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🧙‍♂️These Triton player stories are so good.

Dive into the world of The Wizard.
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PokerStars is shaking things up for its UK players.

According to PokerNews, the brand will be merging with Betfair’s platform from August 13, and will be known as “PokerStars on Betfair.” UK-based players will still have access to all the global tournaments and features they’re used to, but through the Betfair platform. 😱
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Low stakes, low volume, and a lot of chill.

WCOOP Bootcamp Sunday streamed another online poker session, attracting just over 9,000 viewers. The draw? Watching Spraggy grind it out on PokerStars and occasionally offering up a dry quip or two.
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Skill, luck, or just a really good seat draw?

If you missed the WSOP Main Event, don’t worry. According to Alec Torelli, it was either a stroke of genius or sheer dumb luck. Poker: the only sport where your critics are also your biggest fans.
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The 2026 WSOP Main Event final table saw one of the most talked-about hands in recent memory.

Lauri Saaskilahti and Lucas Jumalon, heads-up for a $10 million prize, played out an 11-minute hand that has since been dissected by pros and fans across social media. The action reached its peak when Jumalon fired a massive overbet on the turn after a third spade fell, putting Saaskilahti’s pair of jacks to the test.

Saaskilahti explained, 'When the jack came on the turn, Jumalon bet something like 2x the pot. I had, maybe not a tell, but a strong feeling I was good based on my physical reads on him.’ He called, and the debate has raged ever since, with many wondering if the outcome would have changed with a different river card.

Scott Seiver was quick to ask on X what might have happened if the river hadn’t brought another spade. For now, the only certainty is that this hand will be argued over for far longer than it took to play.

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Global Poker is upping the ante for its Jackpot Sit’n'Go grinders.

The new PowerStreak promo gives players a shot at daily prizes if they play five games in a row and score well. The games themselves are unchanged, but the leaderboard offers over SC 500 in entry tickets every day, split between low and high buy-in levels.

High scorers on the leaderboard get the most tickets, but everyone in the top 10 gets something. According to Global Poker, all prizes come from the operator, and the promotion is free to join.

The site points out that Sweeps Coins can be redeemed for real money rewards, which might make all those back-to-back games a bit more enticing.

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👑 WSOP Main Event winner, Lucas Jumalon, to become Poker Royalty, ambassador.

PokerNews with the latest.
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Turns out, you don’t need antics to make poker interesting.

According to Lance Bradley via ESPN, the 2026 WSOP Main Event final table was a rare throwback: no shouting, no props, and no weird antics. Nine players from five countries battled for ten million dollars, but what stood out wasn’t the money or the trophy.

The rail brought the atmosphere, with friends and family creating a buzz before a single hand was dealt. There were no gimmicks, just personalities and top-level play.

Lance notes that this was the most entertaining final table in years, even if the Hall of Fame process needs a rethink.

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The first episode in 888poker's new documentary series takes a look at what happens before the WSOP Main Event even starts.

Ambassadors Aaron Barone, Ian Simpson, Vivian Saliba, Nick Eastwood, and Lucia Navarro begin their journey with plenty of travel, hotel check-ins, and glimpses of the Strip.

The video covers their arrivals, preparations, and even some food reviews, setting the scene for what is to come at the tables.

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