There is no warm-up lap here — BetOnline’s Masters Series is a straight shot into one week of high-pressure tournament action, where sharp structures, knockout drama, and headline guarantees collide. Running across the turn from late March into early April, this series packs $1,000,000 in guaranteed prize money into a compact schedule designed for players who want real upside without waiting through a month-long grind.

This year's Irish Poker Open festival at Dublin's Royal Dublin Society is exceeding all expectations. While the Main Event aims to break last year's record, Martin Byrne triumphed at the THMC, which has already set a new record. The biggest success so far comes from Finnish pro Roope Tarmi, who achieved an unprecedented double by mastering the two most expensive High Rollers of the festival within 24 hours.

WSOP undergoes a transformation in 2026. The prestigious Player of the Year (POY) title changes its rules. Starting in 2026, points for this leaderboard will be counted not only from the summer festival in Las Vegas but also from bracelet events at WSOP Europe and WSOP Paradise. Daniel Negreanu's global strategy in 2013, culminating in his second POY award at WSOPE, underscored the importance of this shift.

There are tournaments that hand out massive sums. And then there are tournaments that transform the atmosphere of the entire poker world. One Drop belongs to this second category, a name that's long symbolized luxury, exclusivity, and a charitable reach.

Poker is more than a game, it’s a battlefield of intellect, nerves, and strategy. For over a century, it has captivated players around the world, from smoky backrooms in New Orleans to the glittering stages of Las Vegas tournaments.

The poker world loves a strong comeback and stories that go beyond tournament results. Such is the tale of Yukon Brad—a High Stakes Poker icon—who shares his beginnings, his falls, legendary cash game moments, and his return to poker, but this time with a completely different mindset.

After weeks of speculation, tension, and growing anxiety, the voice the entire American poker community has been waiting for finally spoke out. Doug Polk personally addressed the raid at The Lodge Card Club for the first time, showing an effort to bring some calm to a chaotic situation for players uncertain about their funds.

The prestigious World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) in Prague kicked off in grand style. The winner of the first bracelet of this year's event was German player Frank Koopmann, who defeated Shaun Deeb in a dramatic heads-up. The opening Mystery Bounty tournament saw its first flights and the first controversy involving Martin Kabrhel.

The prestigious Triton Super High Roller Series in Jeju, South Korea, concluded with two tournaments that showcased the stunning dominance of two professionals. Alex Foxen claimed his fourth Triton title in the penultimate event, while Brit Robert Cowen put the final stamp on the series, completely outclassing the competition on his way to a debut victory.

April 2026 offers thrilling action worldwide. While Europe hosts the historic first spring WSOPE in the heart of Prague, the American scene entices with million-dollar showdowns in Florida and Las Vegas. The global excitement is underscored by the long-awaited return of a legend in Australia.

The main stars of the first half of the prestigious Irish Poker Open festival are Romanian Tudor Bartha, local poker legend Chris Dowling, and Hungarian player Balazs Somodi. While Bartha dominated the massive Mystery Bounty tournament, Dowling once again proved his reputation as one of Ireland's best Omaha specialists, and Somodi confidently conquered the High Roller competition.

The prestigious Triton Super High Roller Series (SHRS) in South Korea's Jeju has once again rewritten the history of high-stakes poker. Austrian player Matthias Eibinger showcased his top-tier prowess by dominating the prestigious $100K PLO Main Event, becoming only the third player in history to win Triton Main Events in two different disciplines. Alongside him, Chan Wai Leong finally broke his 'curse' by securing his first-ever Triton trophy.