The outcome could influence future policies around player conduct and enforcement across poker rooms nationwide Maurice Hawkins is dealing with fresh legal trouble after an arrest warrant was issued in Florida, tied to a poker room altercation. Authorities issued the warrant on December 18, 2025, following a physical dispute that reportedly took place during a
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Bernhard Binder Wins WSOP Paradise Main Event for $10 Million
The Austrian player survived a massive field to take the top prize Bernhard Binder delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2025 WSOP Paradise Main Event, capturing the title and a $10 million top prize in the Bahamas. The Austrian outlasted a massive field that pushed past the $60 million guarantee, making the event one of
France’s Johan Guilbert Ships $25,000 WSOP Paradise Single Day Turbo
The $1.5 million win marks a career high for Guilbert France’s Johan Guilbert finally checked off the biggest item on his poker résumé by winning the $25,000 GGMillion$ Single Day Turbo at WSOP Paradise, earning his first World Series of Poker bracelet and $1,534,645 in prize money. THE WINNING HAND! 🏆 @WSOP $25,000 GGMillion$ Turbo@YoHViral
Daniel Negreanu Gives up After 10 Bullets in the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event
While Negreanu is done, over 200 players remain in the hunt in the record-setting event Daniel Negreanu’s run in the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event finally came to an end after one of the most talked-about re-entry efforts of the series. The Poker Hall of Famer fired ten buy-ins before walking away, putting a
Matan Krakow Ships EPT Prague Main Event for Over $915K
The Israeli player took the top prize after agreeing to a three-way deal Matan Krakow captured the EPT Prague Main Event title, lifting the famous shard trophy and locking up the biggest score of his poker career. The Israeli player topped a tough final table and earned €778,255 (US$918,341) after agreeing to a three-way deal.
Erik Seidel Suggests Retirement in the Cards Over Federal Gambling Tax
Several figures in the poker world have criticized the tax change Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel has raised concerns that a new US gambling tax rule could push him toward scaling back, or even stepping away from, tournament poker. The longtime pro says the change creates financial pressure that makes high-level play far less
Charges Filed in Dispute That Led to Maurice Hawkins Fight at Poker Game
Eugenio Castaneda is accused of being the aggressor in the melee Charges have been filed following a physical altercation involving poker pro Maurice Hawkins at a private cash game in Florida. The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared online, stemmed from a heated argument that escalated into violence at the table. The
Adrian Mateos a Candidate for Top 100 Athletes of the Year List
The poker grinder’s addition to the list reinforces the belief of many that poker qualifies as a sport Spain’s Adrian Mateos is receiving unexpected recognition from the broader sports world after being nominated for MARCA’s Top 100 Athletes of the Year list. The Spanish outlet, known as the country’s largest sports newspaper, placed the poker
WSOP Drops Ren Lin’s Suspension Following Collusion Accusations
Lin received a ban in October after coaching a player during a competition Ren Lin has returned to World Series of Poker (WSOP) events just weeks after being suspended over collusion-related allegations tied to online play. The high-profile GGPoker ambassador was sidelined in October following an investigation into ghosting during a recent final table. The
Sam Soverel Wins WSOP Paradise for $2.6M and Fourth Bracelet
The long-time grinder took down the $100,000 Triton Pot-Limit Omaha Main Event Sam Soverel capped off an incredible run at WSOP Paradise by winning the $100,000 Triton Pot-Limit Omaha Main Event for $2.6 million, earning his fourth career WSOP bracelet. The event stretched long into the early morning on Day 2, prompting organizers to add
Mirzrachi Launches New Vlog as He Seeks WSOP Super Main Event Title
The vlog capitalizes on the grinder’s formidable run at the felt across 2025 Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi is stepping into a new spotlight this winter, launching a vlog series as he prepares for another major run at the World Series of Poker Super Main Event. The move comes after one of the most dominant WSOP
Kevin Nee Ships Seminole RRPO Championship for First WPT Title
The win on the $3,500 buy-in event was worth $over $600,000 to the winner Kevin Nee captured the spotlight at the Seminole Hard Rock Rock’ N’ Roll Poker Open, winning the Championship event for his first World Poker Tour title and a career-best payout of $605,100. The $3,500 tournament drew an impressive 1,224 entries, building











