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Tom Dwan Breaks the Silence: The Legendary 'durrrr' Opens Up About Debts, Macau, and the Dark Side of High Stakes Poker

For years, Tom Dwan was the embodiment of fearless play, a player unafraid to dive into the planet's biggest games. Lately, though, rumors, debts, and questions have surrounded his name. Now, one of the most enigmatic figures of modern poker has decided to speak out, resulting in this revealing confession.

News > Events

SPO: Main Event Faces Massive Overlay, Today's Three Flights Aim to Cut It Down

An excellent opportunity awaits every poker player at the Slovak Poker Open Main Event. With three flights today, there's a significant €142,000 needed to cover the guarantee. The first of today's trio of flights kicks off at 12:00 PM, aiming to reduce the daunting overlay.

TV > Highlights

HIGHLIGHTS | 2026 WSOPE Main Event | Final Table |

The final table of the record-breaking WSOPE Main Event in Prague delivered dramatic moments from the very first minutes, and this poker marathon eventually stretched over 12 hours. If you didn't have the time or space to follow the entire live stream of this table, we've got a highlight reel with the best moments ready for you.

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WSOPE 2026: Marius Kudzmanas Dominates Record Main Event and Wins €2,000,000, Christopher Nguyen Triumphs in Super High Roller

Lithuanian Marius Kudzmanas became the ultimate champion of the WSOPE 2026, seizing his first live gold bracelet in a dramatic Main Event finale, earning a phenomenal €2,000,000. Simultaneously, attention was drawn to the €20K Super High Roller star-studded event, where Christopher Nguyen claimed his first victory.

News > Online

WSOP Online Returns in Style: 30 Bracelet Events and $7,000,000 in Guarantees

The World Series of Poker is no longer just a tale of tables at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. In 2026, its summer journey will again include a strong online chapter, promising 30 bracelet events and more than $7,000,000 in guarantees.

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Tax Treatment of Live Tournament Winnings Remains a Key Issue for Dutch Pros

Tax treatment of live poker tournament winnings has been subject to debate among the Netherlands professional players, and the context of the Dutch gambling tax and the income tax has created legal ambiguity and disputes in the last couple of years. The Dutch gambling tax for prizes over €449 is 29.5 per cent, according to the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration. Tax disputes and court rulings from 2018 to 2025 demonstrate the disagreement between authorities and players as to how specific poker winnings are to be reported.

TV > Livestream

STREAM: WSOP Europe 2026 Main Event | Final Day |

It's here! The prestigious diamond bracelet and a cool 2 million euros await the champion of the largest WSOP Europe Main Event in history. Finnish chipleader Hengtao Zhu, EPT champion Thomas Eychenne, and the legendary Chris “Big Huni” Hunichen - today's final promises epic battles you won't want to miss!

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Meet the Finalists of the 2026 WSOPE Main Event Battling for €2,000,000

This year's €5,300 WSOPE Main Event exceeded all expectations, with a record-breaking 2,617 entries creating an astronomical prizepool of €13,085,000. Take a closer look at the nine finalists who, after five days of intense play, will compete today for the coveted gold bracelet and the historic top prize of €2,000,000.

TV > Highlights

HIGHLIGHTS | 2026 WSOPE Main Event | Day 5 |

The semifinal day of the record-breaking 2026 WSOP Europe Main Event welcomed the top 25 players, narrowing down to the final table of nine by the end of the day. Nobody wanted to fall short of the finale, promising spectators thrilling poker action packed with excitement!

News > Stories

VLOG | Spraggy: Unveiling a €20,000 Mystery Bounty, Just Not for Himself

The recently concluded Irish Open delivered a moment that seemed straight out of a storybook. Popular streamer Spraggy, hosting his own event at the festival, hit quads and became the evening’s main attraction by pulling the top €20,000 bounty — not for himself!

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SPO: Less than a third of Main Event's guarantee collected, High Roller with €20,000 GTD kicks off today

The first three playing days of the Slovak Poker Open Main Event have sent only 33 players to Day 2. The guarantee is not even a third filled, and three more flights are scheduled for today. Additionally, the High Roller with a €20,000 guarantee starts today.

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STREAM: WSOP Europe 2026 Main Event | Day 5 |

During Day 4 of the €5,300 Main Event, the field narrowed from 85 contenders to the final 25 players. The day's absolute surprise was Finland's Hengtao Zhu, who entered the tournament with minimal live experience. Yet, after a series of significant pot wins, he bagged a massive 16,395,000 chips for the next day.