World Series of Poker: The Ultimate Poker Tournament

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is the most prestigious and well-known poker tournament series in the world. Established in 1970 by Jack Binion, the WSOP has grown from a small gathering of poker enthusiasts to a global phenomenon, attracting top players from across the globe. Held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada, the WSOP features a wide range of poker games, including No Limit Hold’em, Pot Limit Omaha, Seven-Card Stud, and more, with tournaments tailored for players of all skill levels.

The Main Event of the WSOP, which features a $10,000 buy-in for the No Limit Hold’em tournament, is the most coveted poker tournament in the world, offering life-changing sums of money and a coveted WSOP bracelet to the winner. Over the years, the WSOP has become the ultimate test of poker skill and the defining event for professional players. The tournament attracts thousands of participants annually, with prize pools often reaching tens of millions of dollars. Additionally, the WSOP has expanded its brand internationally with a series of events held in different countries. The WSOP continues to set the standard for competitive poker, offering a platform for players to earn global recognition and huge monetary rewards.

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World Series of Poker Announces Key Dates for 2025 Summer Series in Las Vegas

World Series of Poker Announces Key Dates for 2025 Summer Series in Las Vegas

On December 18, the World Series of Poker officially confirmed what everybody had known already. For the fourth consecutive year, the annual live poker spectacle in Sin City will be hosted at the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas right on the Las Vegas Strip.
12/21/2024
Lei Yu Wins Maiden Bracelet During 2024 WSOP Paradise

Lei Yu Wins Maiden Bracelet During 2024 WSOP Paradise

The ongoing World Series of Poker Paradise on The Bahamas has already awarded eight of the 15 WSOP gold bracelets, of which 13 are held live and two in the
12/17/2024
GGPoker Bans & Confiscates Over $1 Million Prize From WSOP Online Champ

GGPoker Bans & Confiscates Over $1 Million Prize From WSOP Online Champ

GGPoker banned Francesco Garofalo forever, and his GGMillion$ winnings were redistributed among the final table players of the event.
11/09/2024
NSUS Group Finalizes Purchase of World Series of Poker brand

NSUS Group Finalizes Purchase of World Series of Poker brand

On August 2, 2024, the NSUS Group – parent company and operator of leading online poker platform GGPoker – agreed a deal with Caesars Entertainment to
10/31/2024
WSOPE 2024: Simone Andrian Wins Gripping Heads-Up, Anson Tsang Busts 10th in Main Event

WSOPE 2024: Simone Andrian Wins Gripping Heads-Up, Anson Tsang Busts 10th in Main Event

After a roller-coaster heads-up against Enstonia's Urmo Velvet, Italy's Simone Andrian claimed the WSOPE Main Event title and took home €1,3M.
10/10/2024
Hokyiu Lee Denied Repeat Victory at the 2024 World Series of Poker Europe

Hokyiu Lee Denied Repeat Victory at the 2024 World Series of Poker Europe

Vivian Saliba stops Hokyiu Lee's bid for a second title at the World Series of Poker Europe in Rozvadov, Czech Republic.
09/30/2024
2024 WSOP Online: Konstantin Held Wins Bracelet; Marc Rivera, Chuan Feng, Seiichi Kanemitsu Among Finalists

2024 WSOP Online: Konstantin Held Wins Bracelet; Marc Rivera, Chuan Feng, Seiichi Kanemitsu Among Finalists

The 2024 WSOP Online continues to heat up the GG Network with more bracelets being snatched up at online platform Natural8. To date, 12 bracelets have been
09/04/2024
GGPoker Announces 2024 WSOP Online Schedule With 33 Bracelet Events

GGPoker Announces 2024 WSOP Online Schedule With 33 Bracelet Events

The 2024 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas may have concluded in July with 99 gold bracelets awarded in person, along with several more from the online events on American soil. However, poker players don’t have to wait until the WSOP Europe or the second edition of WSOP Paradise to take another shot at […]
08/07/2024
2024 WSOP Closes With Taiwan’s Ching Da Wu Locking Up A Bracelet

2024 WSOP Closes With Taiwan’s Ching Da Wu Locking Up A Bracelet

With the last batch of winners now crowned, the 55th Annual World Series of Poker has come to an end at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. Running from May 28 to July 17, 2024, a total of 99 bracelets were claimed with one of the last ones snatched by Taiwan’s Ching Da Wu at […]
07/20/2024
Ultimate WSOP Winners: Top 10 Players with the Most Bracelets

Ultimate WSOP Winners: Top 10 Players with the Most Bracelets

Regarded as the most coveted non-monetary prize a professional poker player can win, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet has been in existence since
06/06/2024