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The final table of the 2026 WSOP Europe Main Event begins today at the Hilton Atrium in Prague, marking the conclusion of the biggest poker tournament in European history. Nine players remain from a record field, with a €2 million top prize and a prestigious WSOP bracelet on the line.
France’s Thomas Eychenne enters the final with significant experience and over $5 million in career winnings, seeking his first major WSOP victory. Finland’s Hengtao Zhu leads the field in chips, having qualified through an online satellite and entered the finale with the best chance to boost his previous $40,000 in live earnings.
Among the international field, Chris Hunichen from the United States brings a strong résumé including a WSOP bracelet and $17.6 million in total tournament winnings. Lithuania’s Marius Kudzmanas, a two-time online WSOP bracelet winner, also takes a sizable stack into play.
Meanwhile, underdogs like Finland’s Joona Nyholm, with under $10,000 in earnings prior to this event, and Spain’s Antonio Guimaraens hope to surprise as they battle more accomplished opponents. Players representing Bulgaria, Japan, and the United Kingdom round out the diverse final table.
The minimum payout for ninth place is €140,000, with all competitors aiming for a career-defining win. The event underscores Prague’s growing stature as a hub for major poker competitions and highlights the global reach of the WSOP brand.
