The event attracted a record 3,610 entries and gave Cohen over $200,000 for his performance Sacha Cohen delivered on expectations at the 2026 Winamax Poker Tour Grande Finale, turning a strong chip lead into a career-defining victory. Backed by a vocal rail of friends and supporters, he closed out the event by defeating Lucien Cervettaz
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2026 US Poker Open to Run from April 10-23 at the PokerGo Studio
The series wraps up with a $25,200 No-Limit Hold’em event The 2026 US Poker Open is set to return this month, bringing another round of high-stakes action to Las Vegas. The series will run from April 10 through April 23 at the PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino. This year’s schedule includes ten events,
2026 Wynn Summer Classic Schedule Now Ready
The $10,400 Wynn Summer Championship will be a $10-million GTD event The Wynn Summer Classic is officially set for 2026, giving poker players a full summer schedule packed with large prize pools and a wide range of events. The series follows the conclusion of the Wynn Millions and continues the venue’s strong presence in the
Ebony Kenney Sets Herself Apart as a Triton Poker Master
Kenney has become the top female poker player on record in Triton Poker history Poker pro Ebony Kenney continues to build her reputation on the high-stakes stage, separating herself as one of the top performers in Triton Poker Series. Her steady results in elite fields have made her the most successful female player in the
Maximizing Value from Premium Hands in Freezeouts
Premium hands are powerful, but how they are played determines long-term success Premium hands are the foundation of success in freezeout tournaments, where there are no second chances. Getting maximum value from holdings like pocket aces or kings requires more than just raising big. The goal is to build pots while still keeping weaker hands
PokerStars Open Philadelphia Shows Why Poker Is Still Anyone’s Game
Longtime player Michael Linster finds success after a long wait The PokerStars Open stop in Philadelphia delivered a reminder that tournament poker still leaves room for unexpected stories. Held at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the $1,100 Main Event drew hundreds of entries and produced a winner who had stepped away from the game for
Patrick Adds 15th SCOOP Title to List of Accomplishments
With another record now, Leonard’s recent results show that he remains one of the best in online poker Patrick Leonard has added another milestone to his career after winning his 15th title in the Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP). The British pro reached the record mark after securing two mixed-game victories on the same
Phil Hellmuth Weighs in on New Triton Tournament Play Clock
Poker pros like Hellmuth and Negreanu have long campaigned for play clocks Phil Hellmuth has shared his thoughts on a new timing system introduced during a recent Triton Poker Series stop, offering support for a format designed to speed up play while keeping decisions fair. The system, known as Triton Tempo, has quickly become a
Borgata to Host Spring Poker Open in April with $4M GTD
The series begins on April 23 and runs through May 8 Poker players will have another major stop on the East Coast this spring, with the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa preparing to host its Spring Poker Open. The series is set to run from April 23 through May 8 and will feature more than
How to Navigate Multi-Stage Satellite Poker Events
Players who stay focused on the goal of advancing tend to perform better than those chasing big moments Multi-stage satellite tournaments offer players a path into larger poker events at a fraction of the usual cost. Instead of paying a full buy-in, players advance through smaller qualifiers, sometimes across several rounds. This format can be
Seminole Hard Rock to Host Eponymous Poker Showdown in April
The opening event is a $400 Deep Stack event that carries a $1 million GTD prize pool Poker returns to South Florida this spring with a full schedule set at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown is slated to begin on April 8, opening with a $400 Deep Stack
Strategic Bluffing When Rebuys Are Available in Tournaments
Choosing the right moment, opponent and situation makes the difference between a gamble and a profitable move Rebuy tournaments create a unique dynamic compared to standard freezeouts. Players are allowed to purchase more chips after losing their stack during a certain period. This structure often leads to looser play early in the event, which creates











