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The 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas is entering a critical stage, with Day 4 expected to see the bursting of the money bubble. Hosted at Paris Las Vegas and Horseshoe Las Vegas, the tournament has reached a moment where remaining participants are competing to secure at least $15,000 in minimum prize money.

Players who reach the prestigious Main Event final table are guaranteed a minimum of $1 million, while this year’s winner will claim a $10 million top prize. The current chip leader is Sasha Liu with 2,364,000 chips, closely followed by Martin Zamani and Levon Khachatryan among others.

International participation remains strong in 2026, with 111 countries represented. Players from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom account for the highest number of participants. California tops the list of U.S. states by entrant count. Marshall Brenden, aged 94, is the tournament’s oldest player, while the youngest is 21-year-old Trevor O’Brien.

Other notable events continue at this year’s WSOP, including Zixuan Liu from China winning his first gold bracelet and the largest payday of his career in the $1,000 No-Limit Hold’em event, collecting $219,391.

Several tournaments remain, including mixed game and low-stakes events, along with the final high roller competition. Fans can follow the action through televised broadcasts, online platforms, and the official WSOP mobile app, which provides real-time updates and registration options for ongoing events in Las Vegas.