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The World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) is heating up, and all eyes are on Lex "L. Veldhuis" Veldhuis as he inches closer to snagging his first WCOOP title, sparking excitement and anticipation among fans and fellow players. Despite a slow start in the early WCOOP League standings, Veldhuis's performance is nothing short of impressive, especially following his first SCOOP title win earlier this year. Now, advancing to Day 2 of Event #9: $5,200 Bounty Builder Super High Roller, Veldhuis is just a few steps away from a significant milestone in his poker career.

The 2024 World Championship Of Online Poker (WCOOP) has officially begun, and it's off to an electrifying start. As the poker community turns its eyes towards PokerStars, where the action unfolds, teams led by some of the most influential names in the game are vying for supremacy in the WCOOP League. Among them, Team Akkari has emerged as the early frontrunner, while Team Spraggy finds itself unexpectedly lagging.

The Day 6 of the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event was a rollercoaster of emotions, with the initial goal to whittle down the field to the final six players. Despite a slow start, the day ended with a flurry of dramatic eliminations, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion.

PokerNews ambassador and celebrated streamer Lukas "RobinPoker" Robinson is all set to dive into the virtual felts of the World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP), and he's bringing his fans along for the ride. In a groundbreaking move, Robinson is selling action for 18 WCOOP events through StakeKings, allowing his supporters to have a vested interest in his success.

PokerStars has long been a beacon in the poker world, synonymous with innovation, diversity, and the celebration of the game in all its forms. As the European Poker Tour in Barcelona marks the tour's 20th anniversary with much fanfare, a special announcement has set the stage for a significant leap forward in women's poker. During a delightful Ladies Day Breakfast, Kerryjane Craigie, a renowned ambassador for the spadie brand, unveiled plans for the Women’s Winter Festival, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at galvanizing women's participation in live poker.

In an astonishing display of skill and tenacity at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) €10,200 Pot-Limit Omaha event in Casino Barcelona, Gergo Nagy executed a miraculous comeback. From starting the final table with a mere four big blinds to eliminating his final opponent, Patrick Kennedy, Nagy clinched his inaugural PokerStars spade and a whopping €268,600.

The poker world is mourning the loss of one of its bright, young talents, Jason “Clozer” Kapoor, who tragically ended his life at the tender age of 29. His story is one of resilience, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, which left an unforgettable mark on the poker community, particularly in Michigan and across the Midwest.

As the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) celebrates its monumental 20th anniversary at EPT Barcelona, it's a celebratory moment not just for the poker landscape but for the individuals who've been pivotal in its journey. Among these key players is Cedric Billot, the Associate Director of Live Events Operations for PokerStars, who has watched the EPT grow from its nascent stages.

The European Poker Tour (EPT) has established itself as a battleground for poker’s finest, merging strategy, skill, and a sprinkle of luck to crown its champions. From its 11th season, the tour has been a spectacle of new talents and memorable moments, each season contributing to the EPT's prestigious legacy in the professional poker world.

This weekend, the poker community witnessed Angela Jordison clinch her first Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) title at Ameristar East Chicago, pocketing a career-high $161,513. The $1,100 Main Event drew 861 entries, showcasing intense competition and Jordison's exceptional prowess at the table.

In an exhilarating finale at the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, Berthold Winz emerged victorious in the €2,200 High Roller event of the Estrellas Poker Tour (ESPT), clinching his second EPT trophy and a career-best €600,000. Hosted at Casino Barcelona, the tournament concluded with Winz outlasting a competitive field, including a final heads-up battle against Ronald Steinmetz.

In a thrilling showdown at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, David Dongwoo Ko clinched his first-ever PokerStars trophy and a cash prize of €37,550 in the €5,200 8-Game event. The tournament, held at Casino Barcelona, saw a modest yet formidable assembly of 18 competitors, generating an €87,300 prize pool.

In an electrifying showdown that lasted nearly 18 hours, Demosthenes Kiriopoulos emerged victorious from a competitive field of 178 players in Event #13: $3,300 High Roller at the 2024 World Series of Poker Playground. His triumph over Samuel Roussy-Majeau in a nail-biting heads-up battle secured him his first circuit ring along with a whopping $140,000 winner’s payout.

In an exhilarating conclusion to the €1,100 Estrellas Poker Tour Main Event at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Barcelona, it was the underdog Sylvain Berthelot who outlasted a field of seasoned professionals and enthusiastic amateurs alike to clinch his first major poker title along with a whopping €499,224. Despite Martin Zamani's aggressive play dominating Day 4, it was Berthelot who had the last laugh, with Zamani finishing in third and Santiago Nadal taking the runner-up spot.

September and October bring an exhilarating time for poker enthusiasts, thanks to the PokerStars World Championship Of Online Poker (WCOOP) and the GGPoker WSOP Online bracelet series. Adding to this excitement, the iPoker Network has announced its Elite Series XL Autumn Edition, making waves as an unexpected contender in the realm of high-stakes online poker tournaments.

This Saturday evening, the Las Vegas Strip's PokerGO Studio will be the epicenter of entertainment as 80 celebrities converge for the much-anticipated Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT) Invitational IV. Among the star-studded lineup at the feature table, spectators can look forward to seeing personalities from various walks of fame, including the viral sensation Haliey Welch, better known as the “Hawk Tuah Girl.”