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WSOP 2026: Eric Weber Secures His First Bracelet in the Ultra Stack (Event #86)

American player Eric Weber dominated one of the largest fields at WSOP 2026. After an intense three-day marathon in the $600 Ultra Stack event, he emerged victorious among thousands of opponents and claimed his first gold bracelet along with a $400,000 prize after a three-hour heads-up battle.

TV > Livestream

STREAM: $10K Main Event - Day 4 | World Series of Poker 2026

Watch live as Day 4 unfolds at the WSOP Main Event, where the sprawling original field of 9,208 entries has been whittled down to the last 1,389 players. Right at the start of the day, only seven eliminations stand between the remaining participants and a guaranteed payout of $15,000.

The live broadcast will showcase the battle for shares of the staggering $85,634,400 prizepool. Leading the pack is the unstoppable chipleader Sasha Liu with a massive stack of 2.36 million chips. Yet, the brightest stars of the poker world are still in contention. Defending champion Michael 'The Grinder' Mizrachi is resolutely marching towards making history. Hot on his heels are professionals like Shaun Deeb, Alex Foxen, Brian Yoon, and Artur Martirosian. Former champions Hossein Ensan and John Cynn are also eyeing a second Main Event title.

Tune into the livestream and witness the popping of the most crucial bubble of the year!

Top 10 stacks after Day 3 – Event #82: $10,000 Main Event

Rank	Player	Country	Stack
1.	Sasha Liu	USA	2,364,000
2.	Martin Zamani	USA	1,963,000
3.	Levon Khachatryan	USA	1,745,000
4.	Robert Gill	USA	1,604,000
5.	Zdenek Zizka	Czech Republic	1,576,000
6.	Robin Kleinbeck	Germany	1,558,000
7.	Will Givens	USA	1,540,000
8.	Brian Carraher	USA	1,463,000
9.	Felix Kuemayr	Austria	1,398,000
10.	Jared Passanante	USA	1,361,000

Payout Structure for Event #82: $10,000 Main Event 2026

Placement	Prize
1st place	$10,000,000
2nd place	$6,000,000
3rd place	$3,750,000
4th place	$2,750,000
5th place	$2,250,000
6th place	$1,750,000
7th place	$1,500,000
8th place	$1,250,000
9th place	$1,000,000
10th – 11th place	$750,000
12th – 13th place	$510,000
14th – 17th place	$410,475
18th – 26th place	$325,000
27th – 35th place	$265,000
36th – 44th place	$215,000
45th – 53rd place	$180,000
54th – 62nd place	$150,000
63rd – 71st place	$125,000
72nd – 80th place	$105,000
81st – 89th place	$90,000
90th – 98th place	$75,000
99th – 161st place	$65,000
162nd – 224th place	$57,500
225th – 287th place	$50,000
288th – 350th place	$45,000
351st – 413th place	$40,000
414th – 476th place	$35,000
477th – 539th place	$32,500
540th – 602nd place	$30,000
603rd – 665th place	$27,500
666th – 764th place	$25,000
765th – 863rd place	$22,500
864th – 923rd place	$20,000
924th – 1,150th place	$17,500
1,151st – 1,382nd place	$15,000

Sources: WSOP Live, YouTube

News > Others

Revolution at WSOP 2026: ESPN Deploys AI to Spot Bluffs

The prestigious World Series of Poker (WSOP) series has made a comeback on ESPN with technology sparking both awe and ethical debates. Under the guidance of production company Omaha Productions, owned by NFL legend Peyton Manning, this year's live broadcasts of the Main Event feature artificial intelligence capable of detecting player bluffs.

News > Online

Doyle Brunson Returns to the Online Felt as GGPoker Launches Action Voice

There are voices in poker that never really leave the table. Doyle Brunson was one of them. The Godfather of Poker may no longer be grinding the biggest games the way he once did, but with GGPoker’s new Action Voice feature, his presence is back in a surprisingly personal way — calling the action for players as they bet, raise, call and fold.

News > Events

WSOP Day 44: Main Event on the Bubble's Edge, Mizrachi's Title Defense Continues

The forty-fourth day of WSOP 2026 witnessed dramatic field consolidation in the Main Event, ending the evening just before the money bubble burst. Poker action was in full swing in other tournaments, complemented by the start of the massive Gladiators of Poker.

News > Interviews

INTERVIEW | Rob Young: Onyx Club, Cyprus, and a Vision of VIP Poker that Doesn't Chase Growth at Any Cost

Rob Young is rarely seen in interviews, making them all the more valuable. In this one, he discusses his Onyx Club as a VIP poker concept and a space for players seeking top-level service, a serene environment, and a cash game atmosphere rivaling the best rooms in the world.

TV > Vlog

VLOG | Martin Kabrhel: I Won’t Be the Main Event Champion This Year

The WSOP Main Event is an intense poker marathon every year, and Martin Kabrhel experienced it firsthand. Despite patience and fighting through tough spots, it wasn't enough, and Martin had to say goodbye to the tournament before reaching ITM. As a consolation, he wasted no time jumping into another event.

TV > Livestream

STREAM: $10K Main Event - Day 3 | World Series of Poker 2026

Today, for the first time at Horseshoe and Paris, all advancing players have come together to kick off Day 3 in what is the fourth largest Main Event in history. From the initial 9,208 participants, 3,294 hopeful champions remain, all vying for the breathtaking first prize of $10,000,000.

Tune in live to watch legends and fierce professionals tackle the challenges of the day. Under the scrutiny of the cameras, you'll see superstars such as Alex Foxen, Shaun Deeb, Scott Seiver, and Brian Hastings, along with 12 former world champions led by defending titleholder Michael Mizrachi, record-holder Phil Hellmuth, and the legendary Chris Moneymaker.

Who will survive today's marathon and edge closer to the money bubble (1,382 paid places)?

Payout Structure for Event #82: $10,000 Main Event 2026

Position	Prize
1st Place	$10,000,000
2nd Place	$6,000,000
3rd Place	$3,750,000
4th Place	$2,750,000
5th Place	$2,250,000
6th Place	$1,750,000
7th Place	$1,500,000
8th Place	$1,250,000
9th Place	$1,000,000
10th – 11th Place	$750,000
12th – 13th Place	$510,000
14th – 17th Place	$410,475
18th – 26th Place	$325,000
27th – 35th Place	$265,000
36th – 44th Place	$215,000
45th – 53rd Place	$180,000
54th – 62nd Place	$150,000
63rd – 71st Place	$125,000
72nd – 80th Place	$105,000
81st – 89th Place	$90,000
90th – 98th Place	$75,000
99th – 161st Place	$65,000
162nd – 224th Place	$57,500
225th – 287th Place	$50,000
288th – 350th Place	$45,000
351st – 413th Place	$40,000
414th – 476th Place	$35,000
477th – 539th Place	$32,500
540th – 602nd Place	$30,000
603rd – 665th Place	$27,500
666th – 764th Place	$25,000
765th – 863rd Place	$22,500
864th – 923rd Place	$20,000
924th – 1,150th Place	$17,500
1,151st – 1,382nd Place	$15,000

Sources: WSOP Live, YouTube

News > Players

Martin Kabrhel Cheating Allegations Explained: WSOP Investigation, Card-Marking Claims and His Response

Martin Kabrhel has been one of poker’s most controversial figures for years, largely because of his table talk, long tanks and confrontational live-table style.

News > Others

Why Are So Many New Poker Casino Sites Getting Licensed in Anjouan?

A poker site can look clean, fast, and busy. That still does not tell you enough. Before you deposit, you want to know who runs it, where it is licensed, and what happens if a cashout gets stuck. That is why Anjouan keeps coming up in newer poker casino reviews.

News > Events

WSOP Day 43: Main Event Ranks Fourth Largest in History, Champion to Win $10 Million

The gates to the 'tournament of tournaments' officially closed on Day 43 of the WSOP 2026, with the poker world eagerly watching to see how it would rank on the historical leaderboard. The WSOP Main Event 2026 secured its place as the fourth largest in history. The new world champion will take home a staggering $10 million prize and a career-defining golden bracelet.

TV > Vlog

VLOG | Martin Kabrhel: Bracelet Ceremony and Receiving the 6th Bracelet

For the first time this summer, Martin's day does not involve playing poker. His day kicked off as a guest on the WSOP Countdown Show, and then he moved on to the highlight of the day - the WSOP bracelet ceremony. According to Martin, these are the moments that make it all worthwhile.