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WSOP 2026: Matthew Higgins Adds First Bracelet to Nine Rings (Event #63)

American poker pro Matthew Higgins, a long-time star of the WSOP Circuit, has finally reached the pinnacle of poker success. In the massive $1K Mystery Millions field, he emerged victorious, claiming his first gold bracelet and taking home a spectacular $1,000,000 prize from Las Vegas.

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STREAM: $1K NLH Mystery Millions - Final Table | World Series of Poker 2026

Event #63: $1K Mystery Millions shattered records, attracting an incredible 22,811 entries, making it the largest field for this buy-in in WSOP history. The total prizepool skyrocketed to a staggering $16,919,343 (including bounties).

The tournament has already crowned its first millionaire. Recreational player Jonathan Schiller drew the top bounty envelope worth $1,000,000. However, the second guaranteed million dollars is still up for grabs for the overall winner. Competing for it are 24 players who have advanced to the final day, led by current chipleader Vinay Boob and seasoned pro David “ODB” Baker.

The finalists also include big names like bracelet holder Joey Weissman, popular Ren Lin, and Brian Smith, who made headlines with his charitable act during the event.

Top 10 Stacks After Day 2 – Event #63: $1,000 Mystery Millions

Rank	Player	Country	Stack
1.	Vinay Boob	India	97,300,000
2.	David "ODB" Baker	USA	75,800,000
3.	Brian Smith	USA	71,300,000
4.	Edward Pak	USA	56,600,000
5.	Imre Makranyi	USA	53,500,000
6.	Leo Lombardozzi	France	53,400,000
7.	Joey Weissman	USA	47,500,000
8.	Christopher Basile	USA	46,000,000
9.	Abdullah Akbarpoor	Turkey	43,400,000
10.	Thomas Hall	United Kingdom	38,500,000

Final Table Payouts:

Position	Prize
1st place	$1,000,000
2nd place	$640,000
3rd place	$490,000
4th place	$375,000
5th place	$290,000
6th place	$225,000
7th place	$176,000
8th place	$140,000
9th place	$110,003

Sources: WSOP Live, YouTube

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WSOP Day 34: Michael Mizrachi Takes Center Stage

Day 34 of WSOP 2026 was marked by Michael Mizrachi's continued dominance in the $10K PLO Championship. Naoya Kihara is close to another bracelet, and Daniel Negreanu shines in the star-studded 8-Game field. The day also saw an amateur, Skye Chen, claiming a stunning victory.

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WSOP 2026: Rookie Skye Chen Dominates Ladies Championship (Event #68)

American Skye Chen delivered one of the most remarkable stories at WSOP 2026. Despite minimal experience, she managed to surpass all her competitors in the Ladies Championship, securing her first gold bracelet along with a reward of $194,630.

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VLOG | Martin Kabrhel: The Day I Busted It All Again

Martin Kabrhel’s intense summer grind at the WSOP continues, but the daily reality is far from cinematic romance. One tournament follows another, deep runs are elusive, and final tables along with bracelets remain out of reach.

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The Story of Lottie Deno: The Card Queen of the Wild West

Few women on the American Wild West managed to make a name for themselves with card skills like Carlotta Thompkins Thurmond, better known as Lottie Deno. Not only was Carlotta a notorious player, but she also became a symbol of female strength in the male-dominated world of gambling. Her story is so legendary that she is widely regarded as an inspiration for several film characters. Her skills at the table and her tough yet honorable demeanor earned her the reputation of a “virtuous gambler.”

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STREAM: $1K Ladies Championship - Final Table | World Series of Poker 2026

Watch the thrilling conclusion of Event #68: $1K Ladies Championship live and witness the crowning of the new poker queen! This year's tournament made history by attracting a record-breaking 1,475 entries, generating a massive prize pool of $1,298,000.

In the battle for the prestigious gold bracelet and the top prize of $194,630, only six players remain. Leading the final table with a commanding chip lead is American Emily Spencer, holding nearly a third of all chips in play. Trying to dethrone her are Skye Chen, Lisa Teebagy, Victoria Ailloud from France, Aubrey Williams, and Caitlin Comeskey.

Since none of the finalists have previously won a gold bracelet, a new face will definitely emerge on the world poker throne today in Las Vegas.

Current Standings for Event #68: $1,000 Ladies No-Limit Hold'em Championship

Rank	Player	Country	Stack
1.	Emily Spencer	USA	10,290,000
2.	Skye Chen	USA	5,450,000
3.	Lisa Teebagy	USA	5,360,000
4.	Victoria Ailloud	France	3,895,000
5.	Aubrey Williams	USA	2,660,000
6.	Caitlin Comeskey	USA	1,780,000

Rank	Prize
1st place	$194,630
2nd place	$129,692
3rd place	$93,149
4th place	$67,735
5th place	$49,874
6th place	$37,192

Sources: WSOP Live, YouTube

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WSOP Day 33: Michael Mizrachi Reigns Supreme in the $10K PLO

The thirty-third day of the WSOP 2026 crowned a single champion. Taylor Atchison triumphed in the marathon finale of Stud Hi-Lo, earning his first career bracelet. The Ladies Championship finalists were revealed, led by the dominant Emily Spencer, while unstoppable Michael Mizrachi once again dictated the $10K PLO Championship.

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WSOP 2026: Taylor Atchison Clinches First Bracelet in Stud Hi-Lo (Event #69)

American player Taylor Atchison emerged as the proud owner of a gold bracelet at WSOP 2026, having conquered the $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better tournament. This was Atchison's first final table at WSOP, turning it into a career-defining win with a $159,276 prize.

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Justin Saliba on Table One Podcast: Moved to Vegas, Aspired to Win Millions and Quickly Realized He Hated It

Justin Saliba arrived in Las Vegas with plans to dominate live cash games, make big money, and confirm poker as his path. However, reality was much tougher, slower, and lonelier than he had imagined.

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Martin Kabrhel Net Worth 2026: Poker Earnings, Business and Wealth Explained

Martin Kabrhel is one of the most successful poker players ever produced by the Czech Republic, but his wealth story goes far beyond a list of tournament payouts.

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Springbok Casino vs Sun International: Online ZAR Casinos vs Land-Based SA Compared

There is a version of a gambling night that involves packing a bag, booking a room, and driving to a resort. There is another version that involves your couch and a phone. Both are real, both have loyal followings, and the gap between them has never been wider.