PokerGO Cup 2026: Tony Gregg's Dream Comeback and Filipp Khavin's Second Title

Tony Gregg's Triumphant Return to the Elite

Event #7: $10,100 No-Limit Hold'em attracted 67 entries, creating a prize pool of $670,000. The winner, Tony Gregg, claimed his first PGT title and walked away with $173,075 and a trophy.

Gregg, a WSOP bracelet holder from the prestigious $111,111 One Drop High Roller in 2013, described his participation as "spring training" before the summer WSOP, aiming to feel comfortable competing against the best in the world after a long break.

His path to victory wasn't easy. Gregg was nearly eliminated in a duel against Chris Hunichen, but a king on the river saved him. He entered the final heads-up with a slight lead over World Poker Tour legend Darren Elias.

Both players agreed on an ICM deal, playing on for the trophy and an extra $10,000. The decisive hand arrived when Gregg went all-in with A s K d against Elias's A c 2 s. The board Q d Q h K s J d 9 s tilted in Gregg's favor, securing him the lead necessary to close out the tournament.

Event #7 Final Table Results: $10,100 NLH

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Filipp Khavin Emerges as Series King with Second Title

Florida's Filipp Khavin built on his victory in the second event, capturing Event #8: $10,100 No-Limit Hold'em to become this year's second double-title holder at the PokerGO Cup. Out of 70 entries, he claimed $210,000 in winnings and collected 210 PGT points, propelling him to the top of the overall rankings.

Tireless Darren Elias once again reached the final table, making it his third consecutive final appearance, yet the title slipped away as he finished fifth.

In the heads-up match, Filipp Khavin faced Ben Grise, entering the battle with a 4:1 advantage. Despite Grise's efforts, luck wasn't on his side. In the last hand, Khavin hit a runner-runner flush on the river with A h 3 c, outmatching his opponent's 3 s 3 d.

After his triumph, Khavin compared his feelings to his previous victory, admitting this win was even more exhilarating, as it involved higher stakes and he finally got enough sleep before the event.

Event #8 Final Table Results: $10,100 NLH

Sources: PGT, X