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Legends of the Poker Hall of Fame XIX: Benny Binion
Lester Ben “Benny” Binion is one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in gambling history. As a former Texas gangster, illegal bookmaker, and owner of the famous Binion’s Horseshoe casino, he managed to transform the gritty street game of poker into a global phenomenon with the founding of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in 1970. His life was a wild ride filled with shootouts, criminal conflicts, revolutionary ideas in Las Vegas, and an uncompromising cowboy philosophy.
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Jeremy Kaufman Passes Away at 56: Poker Stars Remember a Man Who Faced Big Losses with a Smile
At the high-stakes tables, conversations often revolve around the biggest wins or bravest bluffs. However, when it comes to Jeremy Kaufman, his fellow players mainly reminisce about friendship, humor, and good vibes. The successful entrepreneur and familiar face of televised cash games unexpectedly passed away at the age of 56.
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Salvador Sala Garcia Triumphs in Mini Main Event, Secures First Ring at WSOPC Madrid
Spanish poker player Salvador Sala Garcia made history on the esteemed World Series of Poker Circuit by dominating the opening €300 Mini Main Event at the inaugural WSOPC Madrid stop. His outstanding form earned him a first-ever gold ring and a €48,200 prize.
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He Won the Most Coveted Title and $10 Million. Now, Lucas Jumalon Is Looking for a Player to Take to the WSOP
Before his triumph, he dreamed of winning the largest poker tournament in the world. Now, 22-year-old Lucas Jumalon wants to help fulfill a similar dream for someone else. The reigning WSOP Main Event champion has become the global ambassador for the new WSOP Academy app and is embarking on a tour, at the end of which one player will earn a trip to Las Vegas.
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Fabiano Kovalski Clinches First GGMillion$ High Roller, Takes Home $464,794
Brazilian Fabiano Kovalski delivered an outstanding performance in the prestigious weekly $10K GGMillion$ online High Roller on GGPoker. Kovalski turned his tenth appearance on the final table into his maiden title, earning a reward of $464,794.
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Hun Wei Lee Triumphs Over Joe Hachem in Heads-up to Win Victorian Champs Main Event
Australian player Hun Wei Lee delivered another stellar performance at the Crown Melbourne complex, clinching the Victorian Champs Main Event title. In a concluding heads-up battle lasting over two hours, he overcame 2005 WSOP Main Event champion Joe Hachem, earning himself the trophy and a prize of 350,000 AUD (~$246,000).
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Fabio Franz Triumphs at the Balkan Poker Circuit, Takes Home Over €90,000 After 4-Way Deal
German player Fabio Christopher Franz emerged as the champion of the Main Event at the Balkan Poker Circuit (BPC) held at the King's Resort Rozvadov in the Czech Republic. Following a four-way ICM deal, he claimed a prize of €92,525 along with the title.
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Lester Edoc Triumphs in Record-Breaking Main Event at TMT Championship 2026
Filipino poker veteran Lester Edoc delivered a dominant performance at the CTP Asia Poker Arena in Taipei, emerging as the champion of the TMT Championship 2026 Main Event. From a record-breaking tournament, he claimed a victory prize of 4,757,400 NTD (~$146,440) following a 3-way ICM deal.
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Kyle Grupp Wins WSOPC Turning Stone Main Event and Claims His First Ring
Kyle Grupp achieved the biggest success of his life at his home casino, Turning Stone in Verona, New York. At the WSOP Circuit Main Event, he turned his second final table appearance into a victory, securing his premier WSOPC gold ring and a life-changing reward of $246,362.
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VIDEO: Would You Call? Brutal River Decisions
The river is dealt, the bet is in, and one tough decision remains: call or fold? This compilation brings together tense river spots where players must weigh the action, trust their reads, and decide whether their opponent has it. Put yourself in their seat - would you make the call?