Joe Stapleton, one of the most recognizable voices in modern poker broadcasting, revealed a different side of himself in an interview for the podcast Unhinged. After years behind the commentary desk and a recent announcement about his departure from PokerStars, this interview goes beyond the hands to reveal the true story of the man behind the microphone.

After weeks of uncertainty, a raid, and a high-profile legal case in the American poker scene, the moment has finally arrived for the Texas community and Doug Polk fans worldwide. The Lodge Card Club, the largest poker club in Texas, will reopen its doors on May 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

King's Resort in Rozvadov played host to the spectacular climax of the European Poker Festival (EPF). The prestigious Main Event saw victory for a German player known by the nickname Kaizen.

The champion of the prestigious Main Event at the Italian Poker Open (IPO) San Remo 2026 is Armando Miele, a local player who confirmed his favorite status at the final table and secured the victory with a commanding performance.

The Chamada Prime Poker Series 2026 at the luxurious Chamada Prestige Casino exceeded all expectations, generating a total of 923 entries in the Main Event. Thanks to the massive turnout, the prize pool soared to an impressive $1.1 million, with winner Andrei Dobre taking home $201,000.

In poker, there's often talk of young online grinders, solvers, GTO strategies, and players seeking every possible advantage. However, the 888poker UKPL Blackpool Main Event brought a story that went in a completely different direction. The winner of the tournament was the long-time staple of Grosvenor Casino, 83-year-old Lilian Welch.

The Texas Poker Open 2026 at Houston's Champions Club delivered a dramatic finale and a story of unwavering perseverance. Vladyslav Shovkovyi battled from a desperate short stack in the Main Event to claim the title and a $180,000 prize. Additionally, Peter Mugar and Will Givens secured their first PGT titles in the High Rollers.

Daniel "Jungleman" Cates came to Prague with a clear goal – to play WSOPE, compete for big money, and hopefully leave with a great result. He also decided to document this journey through vlogs, offering you a unique glimpse into this extraordinary player's world.

The EPT Monte Carlo 2026 Main Event wrote a unique chapter yesterday. In addition to crowning the champion, Roman Stoica, much of the attention and hearts were drawn to the farewell of Joe Stapleton, marking his last EPT as a commentator.

The 2026 Aussie Millions Festival returned to the poker scene after a six-year hiatus. The highlight of this successful comeback was the prestigious Main Event with a buy-in of 10,600 AUD, drawing a total of 770 entries. Triumphing in the tournament was Malcolm Trayner, one of Australia's fastest-rising poker stars.

Local player Kim Enriquez triumphed at the record-setting Okada Manila Millions 2026, ending his long wait for a major title. After an intense battle, he took home a prize of 1,874,700 PHP.

EPT Monte Carlo 2026 has already given poker fans a heart-pounding ride, but the tension peaked the moment the bubble burst on Day 3. For hours the short stacks stared at the tournament clock, hoping to fold their way into the money, while the chip leaders pressed every edge.