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THE WORLD SERIES OF POKER® REVEALS FULL SUMMER 2026 SERIES SCHEDULE

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The world’s biggest poker series returns to the Las Vegas Strip from May 26 through July 25

The World Series of Poker (WSOP®) today announced the daily event schedule for the 2026 World Series of Poker, the 57th edition of the world’s richest and most prestigious poker series. Returning to the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, the 2026 WSOP promises a summer of unparalleled action, where new legends will be made and 100 gold bracelets will be awarded.

The excitement begins on May 26 with a revamped lineup designed to maintain the momentum of 2025’s record-breaking season, which saw GGPoker ambassador Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi capture the Main Event title and a $10,000,000 top prize.

The $10,000 Main Event & Free Daily Stream

As always, the centerpiece of the summer is the $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em World Championship, better known as the ‘Main Event’, which begins on Thursday, July 2. Play will proceed until the final table is reached on July 13, with specifics on the Main Event final table play dates and broadcast coverage to be announced at a later date.

To bring WSOP action to a wider international audience for free, a daily stream will be broadcast live on the official WSOP YouTube channel from May 26 through to the start of the Main Event. This daily broadcast will showcase the new and improved TV set in Paris Las Vegas and feature some of the game’s most recognizable commentators.

WSOP 2026 Highlights

Additional highlight events include:

  • Event #7 Heads Up No-Limit Holdem Championship – 64 players max (3-day event) – May 29 – $25,000 buy-in
  • Event #18 MONSTER STACK No-Limit Holdem (5-day event) – June 3 – $1,500 buy-in
  • Event #34 COLOSSUS No-Limit Holdem (3-day event) – June 10 – $500 buy-in
  • Event #41 Super High Roller No-Limit Holdem (3-day event) – June 13 – $250,000 buy-in
  • Event #47 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha (4-day event) – June 15 – $25,000 buy-in
  • Event #50 MILLIONAIRE MAKER No-Limit Holdem (5-day event) – June 17 – $1,500 buy-in
  • Event #60 Poker Players Championship (5-day event) – June 21 – $50,000 buy-in
  • Event #63 Mystery Millions – No-Limit Hold’em (3-day event) – June 23 – $1,000 buy-in

Additional flights have also been added to several of our most popular bracelet events offering players more opportunities than ever before to play their favorite WSOP events.

New Events & Summer Circuit Momentum

To maximize the excitement, the 2026 schedule introduces several high-impact events and a seamless transition into the Circuit season:

  • Event #1 Mini Mystery Millions No-Limit Holdem (3-day event): A $550 buy-in featuring a massive $1M bounty prize guarantee – May 26
  • Event #11 GGMillion$ High Roller No-Limit Holdem (3-day event): A $10,000 buy-in prestige event with two starting flights – May 31
  • Event #16 U.S. Circuit Championship No-Limit Holdem (3-day event): A $1,700 buy-in event following the success of WSOP Paradise – June 2
  • Event #53 Five Card Pot-Limit Omaha (3-Day event): A $1,500 buy-in PLO event – June 18
  • Event #91 “Pick Your PLO” (3-Day event): A $1,500 buy-in Dealer’s Choice format including PLO, PLO8, Five-Card PLO (High), and Big O – July 9
  • Summer Circuit: For the first time, a WSOP Circuit will begin during the final days of the bracelet series, running from July 14 – 25, ensuring the action in Las Vegas never slows down. The full schedule and other details will be available at WSOP.com

Executive & Ambassador Reaction

“As we saw in 2025, thousands of incredible stories are waiting to be told at the World Series of Poker,” said Ty Stewart, Chief Executive Officer of WSOP. “We’re more committed than ever to being poker’s unquestioned biggest stage and to shining a brighter spotlight on our favorite game.”

“Our favorite time of year is around the corner, and we cannot wait to once again welcome the poker world back to the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas,” said Jack Effel, Senior Vice President of Poker Operations at Caesars Entertainment. “This summer’s World Series of Poker promises more action and more opportunities to play your favorite events than ever before, from the first ‘Shuffle Up and Deal!’ to the crowning of the Main Event champion.”

“GGPoker’s WSOP Express satellites allow enthusiasts all over the world to follow in the footsteps of their heroes. Whether you are an international player qualifying via GGPoker or a domestic U.S. player winning your seat via WSOP Online, we want to see you taking your shot at the gold in 2026!” said Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador and seven-time WSOP bracelet winner.

WSOP+ Registration & Accommodations

Players can now access all tournament details via the WSOP+ app, which has already been updated with the full schedule. Registration for all summer events will open soon, streamlining the path to the podium. Players planning to visit the WSOP this summer should install the app and complete registration before arriving in Las Vegas; those who participated in WSOP 2025 and previously verified their identity do not need to do so again this year unless their personal information has changed or a new payment method is used.

Reduced room rates are available across Caesars Entertainment’s Las Vegas resorts for the series. To access them, visit caesars.com, select a date between May 26 and July 25, 2026, and use promo code WSOP26.

WSOP Player Of The Year

The 100 bracelet events that make up the World Series of Poker 2026 will shape the race for the revamped WSOP Player of the Year (POY) competition. New for 2026, WSOP will award $1M in total to POY competitors, with the player who finishes first receiving a $100,000 WSOP Paradise 2026 package.

This year’s POY race starts at the World Series of Poker Europe 2026, which will be hosted in Prague, Czechia, from March 31 through April 12. For more details on the 2026 POY competition, please visit the WSOP POY page.

More Information & Online Qualification

Players should follow @WSOP on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram or check WSOP.com for more event news and updates.

To qualify online for WSOP 2026, please visit GGPoker.com to find out more about WSOP Express, or wsoponline.com if located in the United States.

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PG Soft cranks up the volume with electrifying Inferno Mayhem slot

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PG Soft, the acclaimed mobile game developer, has turned up the heat with Inferno Mayhem, a 5×5 video slot that fuses rock concert intensity with thrilling gameplay. The story unfolds as players step back into the spotlight after Lennox, the king of the stage, mysteriously vanished mid-performance, leaving fans craving a show-stopping experience.

Gameplay and Features

Inferno Mayhem combines collapsing reels, respins, and Wild symbols with multipliers up to x500, immersing players in a roaring rock show atmosphere. Every spin builds toward a mosh pit crescendo, keeping adrenaline levels high.

  • Respin Feature: Wild symbols can appear on any spin, sometimes carrying multipliers from x2 to x500. When Wilds land, wins are multiplied by the combined total of all multipliers, and a free respin is awarded. Locked Wilds during respins dramatically increase winning potential.

  • Free Spins Feature: Triggered by Scatters:

    • 3 Scatters = 10 free spins

    • 4 Scatters = 12 free spins

    • 5 Scatters = 15 free spins
      Wild symbols that appear during free spins remain locked until the round ends, boosting chances of epic wins.

  • Super Feature Buy: For players seeking maximum thrill, this option ensures all Wild symbols carry multipliers between x2 and x500 throughout free spins.

With a maximum win of x25,000 the bet and high session volatility, Inferno Mayhem delivers an electrifying, headbanging experience.

PG Soft commented:
“With Inferno Mayhem, we wanted to capture the adrenaline of a live rock show and bring it to the reels. From the heavy-hitting Respin Feature to the power-packed Free Spins, this hit title has been crafted to get players headbanging while the guitars shred alongside the action.”

Inferno Mayhem exemplifies PG Soft’s signature approach of combining cinematic themes, innovative mechanics, and high-stakes excitement for mobile players.

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Spinomenal expands Hold & Hit 3×3 series with Celtic Coins

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Leading iGaming content provider Spinomenal has launched its newest release, Celtic Coins – Hold & Hit 3×3, expanding its popular Hold & Hit 3×3 series with a charming Irish twist.

Set against a lush emerald backdrop with a golden border, the game pairs a light-hearted, Irish-inspired soundtrack with a visually engaging 3×3 reel layout. Players encounter a golden Pot of Gold Wild, substituting for all symbols except the Bonus and Bonus Collect. The Bonus symbol appears on reels one and three, while the Bonus Collect is exclusive to reel two.

Landing a Bonus Collect alongside one or more Bonus symbols triggers the Bonus Game, where the triggering symbols remain locked in place. Players fill empty spots and can earn multipliers ranging from x1 to x15 of the total bet. Jackpots include the Mini (x25), Minor (x50), Major (x150), and Grand Jackpot (x1000), with the chance to win up to x5000 the total bet for hitting the maximum. Every Bonus or Bonus Collect symbol refreshes the spin counter to three, keeping the excitement high.

Additionally, the Bonus Blast Feature can activate randomly during the base game, adding more Bonus and Bonus Collect symbols to help trigger the Bonus Game.

Omer Henya, Co-CEO of Spinomenal, said:
“Celtic Coins – Hold & Hit 3×3 is another classy addition to our growing Hold & Hit 3×3 series. The coin-locking feature is on the money and makes for an incredibly exciting reel experience that is perfectly complemented by the jackpots and multipliers on offer.”

The launch reinforces Spinomenal’s commitment to innovative, feature-packed slots that combine visually rich themes with rewarding gameplay mechanics.

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Betting.za.com supports amendments strengthening South Africa’s voluntary exclusion system and compliance requirements

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Betting.za.com, a leading South African information site for online betting and gambling, has welcomed the publication of draft amendments to the National Gambling Regulations, 2004 in Government Gazette No. 54106, issued under Government Notice R. 7113 by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition.

The proposed changes focus on improving the administration and enforcement of South Africa’s Voluntary Exclusion Programme through the National Register of Excluded Persons, alongside updates to technical rules for gambling machine re-certification.

“Stronger, clearer processes around voluntary exclusion are an essential part of player protection,” said Dennis Kumar, lead betting expert at Betting.za.com. “Anything that makes it easier to self-exclude, harder to bypass, and clearer for licensed operators to implement should be supported — because gambling should always remain safe, controlled, and within limits.”

Key Amendments Proposed in the Gazette

1. Clearer Registration for Voluntary Exclusion
Players wishing to self-exclude must submit a notice to the National Gambling Board (NGB) using Form NGB 1/1, in hard copy or electronically, including a recent passport-sized photo or digital image meeting minimum specifications.

2. Defined Timelines for Handling Notices

  • Operators must forward exclusion notices to the Board on the day they receive them.

  • The Board must process the notice within five days (excluding weekends/public holidays) and share it with license holders and provincial authorities.

  • Operators must implement administrative procedures within five days after receipt.

  • Exclusion takes effect 10 days after submission to the Board.

3. Strengthened Internal Controls
License holders must submit internal control measures to provincial authorities within 90 days of the regulations taking effect, ensuring effective enforcement in gambling venues. Provincial authorities then report both internal controls and provincial registers to the Board.

4. Updated Gambling Machine Re-certification Rules
The amendments revise timing for technical re-certification of gambling machines and devices, including a 24-month window in certain circumstances.

5. Updated Forms
Forms NGB 1/1 and NGB 1/2 have been revised and included in the Gazette annexure.

What This Means for Players

Voluntary exclusion provides a formal “opt-out” mechanism for anyone wanting to limit their gambling activity. Once registered:

  • Players are excluded from designated gambling areas nationally

  • Names are added to the National Register of Excluded Persons

  • Gambling while excluded may result in forfeited winnings, remitted to the Board

The updated forms also reference support services, including the National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP) toll-free helpline: 0800 006 008, and an SMS/WhatsApp line.

Implications for Operators and Regulators

The draft regulations emphasize speed, consistency, and accountability:

  • Operators must escalate notices same-day to the Board

  • The Board has five days to capture and distribute the notice

  • Operators have five days to implement administrative processes

  • Mandatory submission of internal control measures ensures auditability and compliance

Betting.za.com: Championing Safer, Transparent Gambling

Betting.za.com provides independent, plain-language guidance on betting and online casino topics, focusing on licensed operators and player protection.

“Our mission is to be South Africa’s most reliable source for betting and casino information,” said Kumar. “This includes making regulatory updates easy to understand, highlighting practical tools like voluntary exclusion, and ensuring players know where to get help if gambling stops being fun.”

About Betting.za.com
Betting.za.com is South Africa’s trusted destination for expert betting and casino information. Led by Dennis Kumar, the platform publishes independent reviews, guides, and industry updates to help players make informed, safe choices.

Responsible gambling support: NRGP toll-free helpline 0800 006 008

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