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Building a poker community, one qualifier at a time.
Kerryjane Craigie is not just playing the game, she is building the community around it.
As PokerNews reports, she spent the first half of 2026 running qualifiers for the PokerStars Open Namur, taking twenty women from her Ladies Club to Belgium for a festival full of poker and camaraderie. She made sure everyone got a fair shot at the trip, using both monthly in-person and online qualifiers.
The Belgium stop was only the beginning.
Team Hippo will be out in force at the WSOP, with five qualifiers ready for the Ladies Championship on June 25. Craigie and her team are focused on making poker more accessible and inclusive—one qualifier at a time.
Is Alex Foxen on beam to win his second WSOP bracelet of the 2026 series?
He sits in the middle of the pack of the final table. Play will resume later today.Yesterday
The full schedule for the first-ever international edition of the Irish Open is here!
The Irish Open is going to Australia this September, and although we knew about this for a while, the full schedule for the series is finally here. This is the first time for the legendary poker tournament to leave the European soil, and it should be a fun one.Bounties are now in play in the $10k Mystery Bounty event.
There are only 84 players remaining to start the action, and mystery bounties are in play. One lucky player will get the top bounty of $250k, and there are five more 100k bounties up for grabs. There are quite a few big names still in the mix, including Kristen Foxen, Ethan 'Rampage’ Yau, and Scott Seiver.Get your free shot at the WSOP Main Event seat!
All you need to do is fill in the form and submit your free entry. One lucky winner will be announced on June 28, and since it’s completely free, you might as well give it a try!June 17
Is it the time to get John Duthie into the Poker Hall of Fame?
This is one name that really hasn’t been in the focus lately, but there is no doubt Duthie did some pretty amazing things in poker, and it would be great to see him in the HoF conversation, especially now that there are more spots available. Really great shout from Boatman.Calvin Anderson is looking to add to his bracelet collection.
He’ll be battling it out at the final table of the $10k Razz Championship, trying to win his sixth WSOP bracelet, but there are some formidable opponents in his way.WSOP launches new WSOP+ membership program.
Okay, this is something new.
WSOP has launched WSOP+, a subscription service that effectively replaces ClubGG’s previous membership plans and brings several WSOP products under a single subscription.
Starting at $9.99 per month, members get access to poker training through the newly launched WSOP Academy, ClubGG benefits, WSOP merchandise discounts, and lounge access during the WSOP in Las Vegas. A higher-tier plan is also available with expanded benefits.
WSOP Academy itself looks like a gamified poker training platform where players can test their Poker IQ, complete challenges, earn XP, and learn through interactive hand scenarios.
Is the Poker Hall of Fame just swapping one problem for another?
The WSOP now lets up to six people in each year, using a system that starts with public nominations and ends with a vote from current Hall of Famers. That means more action, but also more questions about who actually deserves a spot.
One of the main concerns is that public voting could leave some lesser-known but highly accomplished players out in the cold.
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June 16
Apparently, you can only withdraw once from your Paris tournament account.
Once more, Kevmath comes through, answering an important question regarding players’ funds held in their WSOP tournament account. Only one withdrawal is available during the series.Greg Reymer is still going at it.
The 2004 WSOP Main Event champ is still in the mix, shuffling chips, pulling bluffs, and chasing after bracelets. 'The Fossilman’ has no plans of quitting any time soon.Allen Kessler has some questions about the new Poker Hall of Fame nomination process.
It does seem like the players who are better known to the public get an upper hand, but it also gives fans an opportunity to be actively involved in the process. There are certainly pros and cons, but having fans of the game directly included should be a net positive.It’s was just one of those days for Daniel Negreanu…
A whole new vlog from DNegs is here, and this one brings quite a rollercoaster of emotions, showing that poker, as fun as it may be most of the time, can get frustrating at times, even for the best of the best.The Colossus final table is finally formed.
From over 16,000 entries, only nine remain in this year’s Colossus, and they’re coming back today to battle it out for the bracelet and the first place of $550k! Among them is a five-time bracelet winner Eric Baldwin in search of his sixth gold.June 15
Should “high-stakes” be one of the criteria for the Poker Hall of Fame?
Playing at high stakes is currently one of the things on the list of requirements for poker players to be considered for the Hall of Fame. But not everyone agrees with it.You should never bet against Nick Schulman as long as he has chips in front of him.
While he may be on the short stack, Nick Schulman will certainly do his best to spin it up and get in the contention for another bracelet in the $10k Big O Championship. And Schulman’s best is pretty good!Alex Foxen is now leading the Player of the Year race.
After taking down the $10k Super Turbo event, Foxen has leaped to the front of the WSOP Player of the Year race. It looks like we’ll have another exciting battle for the winner, as there is much more action to go before the race wraps up in December.June 14
Kevmath is back with some more useful tips on how to use your WSOP Live app.
Just a quick PSA for players coming back to the tables for Day 2 or 3 action, but definitely a useful one.Dong Chen triumphs in the $10k Limit Hold’em Championship.
It was a very tough field filled with some of the game’s best, but Dong Chen managed to hold his own and claim his second WSOP bracelet, defeating Benny Glaser in the final skirmish.June 13
PokerStars on FanDuel is teaming up with Maryland State Poker Championship.
The newly-launched PokerStars on FanDuel platform will be the official title sponsor of the live festival taking place in August and September, promising the next level of experience for the players.Check out the final stats for the Million Dollar Game.
The action is over, and the numbers are in. The big Million Dollar Game that took place in Las Vegas saw some huge pots, with a few players winning and losing seven figures. It’s also all available to watch on YouTube.There is no stopping Nick Schulman.
Proving his mixed game mastery once more, Nick Schulman went on to win his eighth WSOP bracelet by taking down Event #37 – $1,500 H.O.R.S.E.
Schulman outlasted the field of 780 players to add another big win to his resume and pick up the first place money of $183,000!
Major changes to the Poker Hall of Fame – up to six players could now be inducted in a single year.
In what is probably the biggest shakeup to the Poker Hall of Fame rules, the system has been changed to allow for eight nominees and up to six of them potentially being inducted in a single year.
While six is not likely to happen, we’ll certainly see more deserving players inducted on a yearly basis, instead of one or two per year. This is something the poker community has been demanding for a while, and the change is finally here.
June 12
Cardplayer Lifestyle and the Women’s Poker Association to partner for Women’s Poker Week.
Coverage starts from June 19th!The RunGood Poker crew are headed to the Lodge, in Texas.
The RunGood Summer Series will be hosted at the Lodge Card Club between June 11 to 21.June 11
It’s Scotty, baby!
We haven’t seen a lot of Scotty Nguyen lately, but he is here for the World Series of Poker as he’s been missing the game. Let’s see if he can get some deep runs this summer.Martin Kabrhel just can’t stop…
It’s not like we are not used to seeing Martin needling players and being disruptive, but rooting against Kristen in a hand that he’s not even involved in just feels in poor taste.The Mixed Game Festival is wrapping up today at the Bellagio.
It’s your last day to get in on the action and have some fun playing all sorts of known and unknown games at $4/$8 and $6/$12 limits.Aaron Massey sharing his honest thoughts about poker.
Right after busting from a big final table, he just lets his thoughts pour out. Some interesting takes for sure!Check out this PSA about Colossus, brought to you by Kevin Mathers.
The structure of this particular event can be a bit confusing, but not to worry – Kevmath is here to clear the air!The Maryland State Poker Championship just snagged a new sponsor. Welcome, PokerStars on FanDuel.
The event will run from August 26 to September 7, with over 16 events and $1 million in guarantees.Luxon Pay has stepped into the limelight as the official payment partner of WSOP Global Events, and this now includes Americans, thanks to a recent deal with Lexicon Bank.
According to PokerNews, players can use Luxon Pay for tournament buy-ins at the 2026 WSOP in Las Vegas, but only after completing an in-person verification process at the Paris convention center.WSOP Landmark satellite schedule over the next few days.
Kevmath also links to the Ts and Cs so you have all the info you need.June 10
It’s a pretty big day at the WSOP today.
There is a lot going on, with the $1,500 Monster Stack FT streaming later tonight, another high roller getting underway, and the $500 Colossus kicking off as well. What will the attendance be like for the Colossus this year? If Event #1 was any indicator, we could be looking at a massive field.Would you like a piece of Allen Kessler in the $50k PPC at zero markup? Here’s your chance!
Is it a good deal or not – it’s not for us to say, but the the opportunity is there to sweat “Chainsaw” in one of the most prestigious events of the World Series of Poker.Justin needs to up his game to top the Women WSOP All-Time Earnings Leaderboard.
It is clearly an error, but the one that we’ll have fun for a little while. Justin Saliba has somehow ended up on WSOP’s All-Time Earnings Leaderboard for women, and he is currently in third place.
It’s not AI or edited, it’s officially on the site, at least as of right now, but will likely be fixed soon, so it’s good to have this screenshot for posterity.
Solana’s Chief Product Officer, Vibhu Norby, shares his thoughts on the new deal.
Apparently, this is the first time in 15 years that the WSOP broadcast has had a headline sponsor, and only the third in its 59-year history.For the first time in the history of the series, players will be able to use cryptocurrency to buy into the World Series of Poker tournaments.
I don’t love this, but I guess it is a sign of the times… 🤷🏻♀️June 09
Shaun Deeb’s reign at the top continues, but Kihara is closing fast in this year’s WSOP POY race.
Shaun Deeb, who won the 2025 WSOP Player of the Year race, continues to lead the 2026 WSOP POY leaderboard. However, the gap is beginning to shrink.
After back-to-back victories in $10,000 Championship events, Naoya Kihara has quietly climbed to No. 2 and now sits just 50-60 points behind Deeb, putting the top spot well within reach.
That said, there’s still a long road ahead. With plenty of events remaining and the WSOP Paradise series later this year, the leaderboard could look very different by the time the race concludes.
What’s particularly impressive is Deeb’s ability to remain on top despite not having a major breakout performance in Las Vegas this summer. A strong WSOP Europe campaign has helped keep him ahead of the pack.
Elsewhere, Michael Leah is also firmly in contention, currently sitting sixth, while Kristen Foxen, fresh off winning her sixth WSOP bracelet, rounds out the top 10.
For a split second, I thought it was actually the real Paris. In France.
📸 Fantastic photos from Jess!June 08
Talk about a misclick…
When an accidental call with a really bad hand turns into a big pot… These things happen in big tournaments, no way around it, and it looks like the AQ player took it pretty well. Is J-3 new J-4, though?The action is underway in the $1,500 Big O event.
There are only a few dozen players remaining in the hunt for the bracelet and the first-place money of almost $390kKristen Foxen is celebrating her big win!
Last night’s win such a huge achievement, but we just know there is so much more in the cards for her.Allen Kessler comes up short once more.
The bracelet was once again within reach for Kessler, but the cards once more refused to cooperate when it mattered the most. Maybe next time?June 07
Can Allen Kessler claim his first WSOP gold?
The $10k Seven Card Stud Championship is in its final stage and Allen Kessler is one of the chip leaders. Can he finally break the curse and claim his first piece of WSOP jewelry?Lance Bradley sheds some light on the “additional” burn card issue.
According to him, there were no further errors in the infamous “four flop” hand as the dealer placed the discarded card back on top of the deck and burned it, so there were no extra cards burned.In for fantasy points, out with his first bracelet!
Frederic Normand entered the $1,500 PLO Hi-Lo 8 or Better event mainly to try and score some additional points for the $25k Fantasy Draft.
He certainly achieved that goal, having won the tournament to capture his first WSOP gold. And, to make the win even sweater, he wrapped up the heads-up battle in a single hand!