Once again, it is time for the latest GGPoker Roundup, where we spotlight the weekend’s biggest and most exciting tournament action. Like every week, we’re bringing you the must-see results, from jaw-dropping tournaments and the massive guarantees that everyone wants to win. Whether you’re in it for the thrill of the game or just love to follow the action, we’ve got the highlights that made this weekend one to remember. Let’s jump into the best of what went down at GGPoker.
A Weekend of Poker Action
This weekend was nothing short of spectacular for poker fans, delivering a perfect blend of suspense, strategy, and standout victories. From the weekly Zodiac Bounty to this week’s WSOP Online Side Events, the virtual felt was buzzing as players from around the world brought their A-game, navigating tricky hands, executing flawless bluffs, and engaging in fierce head-to-head showdowns. The excitement was palpable, with every decision carrying the weight of potential glory.
From underdogs rising to the occasion to poker legends adding new chapters to their storied careers, the competition was fierce and full of surprises. Now, let’s break down the key tournaments and celebrate the players who stole the spotlight.
Zodiac Bounty Million$
The weekend kicked off with a bang as the Zodiac Bounty Million$ tournament drew significant attention. A mainstay in the Asian poker scene, this event featured a ¥1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool for a buy-in of just ¥215. With 6,472 entrants, 586 advanced to Day 2, vying for a share of a prize pool that swelled to ¥1,280,161.60. After six hours and 48 minutes of intense play, ‘stayPos1tive’ emerged victorious, taking home the top prize of ¥55,850.40, along with ¥47,161.41 in bounties. Finishing second was ‘TwoyBog’, who earned ¥55,708.53 and an additional ¥20,746.66 in bounties, while ‘winmale’ secured ¥41,440.50 for finishing third, plus ¥5,875.79 in bounties.
Omaholic Bounty MILLION$ Tournament
For fans of Omaha, the best regular tournament, the Omaholic Bounty MILLION$, was the weekend’s standout PLO event. With a $250,000 guarantee for just a $54 buy-in, the tournament drew an impressive 5,307 players, driving the prize pool up to $263,651.76. After six hours and thirteen minutes of intense play, ‘Thomber26’ claimed victory earning $10,112.65 plus $11,822.73 in bounties. The runner-up, ‘Lassss’, walked away with $10,082.80 and $2,468.80 in bounties, while ‘Farhills’ secured third place with $7,056.62, along with $870.12 in bounties.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The weekend’s action reached a crescendo with the Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty], a standout side event in the WSOP Online series. With a guaranteed prize pool of $600,000, the tournament attracted 6,426 eager participants, pushing the total prize pool to $638,487.36. After nearly nine hours of intense play, ‘MoonPrincess’ claimed the top spot, walking away with $35,547.97, which included $504 in bounties, after a thrilling three-way deal. ‘estoico 11’ secured second place with a payout of $26,274.50 and $2,642 in bounties, while ‘BMC092’ took third, earning $19,703.68 plus an impressive $25,457.68 in bounties. The tournament also delivered a happy surprise windfall to ‘Osmar Junior’, who finished 123rd but unrolled the largest mystery bounty rewards of $42,000, in addition to $291.95 for their placement.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
The regular Sunday High Rollers Main Event was replaced by the WSOP High Rollers event this week, and it was intense. The $1,500 buy-in turned up the heat with its thrilling $400,000 guarantee. As the clock ticked down on late registration, 352 daring players joined the fray, driving the prize pool up to $501,600, with the top 51 finishers in line for a payout. After nearly nine hours of relentless play, ‘srjtdyfgukh’ rose to the occasion, capturing the top prize of $82,458.43. ‘JUNGLEBOY7’ claimed second place with $63,584.02, while ‘Pedro Neves’ secured third, earning $49,029.97, showcasing the elite poker skills of these top poker players.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
Another standout event from the weekend’s WSOP Side Events was the Bounty Hunters Main Event, where excitement reached new heights. With a $54 buy-in and a hefty $750,000 guarantee, this tournament was brimming with potential, attracting an astounding 18,832 entrants. The prize pool surged to $935,573.76, setting the stage for fierce competition. After ten and a half hours of play, the well-known pro, Daniel Smiljkovic, emerged victorious taking home $36,106.97 plus $26,955.83 in bounties. ‘jackpass’, finishing second, earned $36,100.58 and $7,953.67 in bounties, while ‘Warley Bruno’ secured third place and $28,685.41 plus $1,136.17 in bounties.
Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
Another big one from the weekend that also ran as part of the WSOP Online was the Bounty Hunters HR Main Event, which boasted the largest guarantee of the weekend at $1,250,000. As late registration came to a close, 3,199 players had stepped up with the $525 buy-in, pushing the prize pool to an impressive $1,599,500. After just over ten and a half hours of intense competition, ‘Mikleler’ emerged as the champion, besting ‘idollar’ in a heads-up battle to claim $78,028.37 plus $69,189.20 in bounties while ‘idollar’ earned $78,025.68 along with $5,832.02 in bounties. Meanwhile, ‘estoico 11’ secured third place, his second podium finish of the weekend, taking home $61,999 plus $1,062.50 in bounties.
GGMasters Bounty $320
The GGMasters Bounty Freezeout, another thrilling event from the WSOP Online series, offered players a chance to compete for a $400,000 guarantee with a $320 buy-in. The tournament drew a strong field of 1,660 participants, pushing the prize pool up to $494,016. After nearly eleven hours of spectacular play, Anton Vinokurov emerged victorious, pocketing $26,464.98, along with $30,503.64 in bounties. The runner up, Kacper Pyzara, earned $26,463.69 plus $4,636.98 in bounties, while ‘uPayMyWedding’ secured third place, taking home $21,027.99 and $1,757.80 in bounties.
GGMasters High Rollers $1,050
The weekend’s last major buy-in event was the highly anticipated GGMasters High Rollers. This tournament, featuring a $1,050 buy-in and a $600,000 guarantee, attracted 837 players, pushing the prize pool to a substantial $837,000. After over twelve and a half hours of fierce competition, ‘Meditabling’ emerged as the champion, taking home the top prize of $107,277.71, after a deal was struck when play was down to heads up. Finishing second was ‘eminemhugefan44’, who took home the $99,319.59, while ‘C3H5N3O6’ secured third place worth a payout of $67,605.66.
GGMasters $150
The GGMasters $150 freezeout tournament brought the weekend to a close with a bang, featuring a $500,000 guarantee. A strong turnout of 4,197 participants pushed the prize pool to an impressive $579,186. After over twelve and a quarter hours of play, PETRO GAUTAMA emerged victorious, pocketing $64,788.99 for their efforts. ‘Lohn Isch Da’ secured second place, earning $48,582.46, while Master0fPuppets’ rounded out the top three with a payout of $36,431.72. This event marked the final chapter in a thrilling weekend of high-stakes action.
And that wraps up this week’s action-packed journey through the GGMillion$ Week and WSOP Online events. With epic showdowns, life-changing payouts, and unforgettable moments, the tables were on fire all weekend long. As we look ahead to more exciting tournaments, remember—your next big win could be just a hand away. So keep sharpening your skills, stay in the game, and who knows? The next time we’re recapping the highlights, it might be your name topping the leaderboard. Until then, keep the cards in the air and good luck at the tables!
