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On June 26, 2026, Benny Glaser of Southampton, United Kingdom, triumphed at one of the World Series of Poker’s most difficult events, the $50,000 Poker Players Championship in Las Vegas. Regarded as a pinnacle of mixed-game poker, this tournament challenges players with a demanding lineup of nine poker variants over five days of competition.
This year’s final table featured some of poker’s most decorated talents, including Josh Arieh, Phil Ivey, Jason Mercier, Maxx Coleman, Paul Volpe, and Kristopher Tong. Together, the finalists held a combined 38 WSOP bracelets, underlining the strength and prestige of the field. Glaser entered the last session with the chip lead, setting the stage for a highly competitive finish.
As play progressed at the Paris and Horseshoe Las Vegas, top contenders were gradually eliminated. Phil Ivey’s third-place exit left Glaser facing Josh Arieh in a closely matched heads-up battle. Over several hands, Glaser managed to extend his lead by applying steady pressure in the mix of poker formats.
The decisive moment came during a round of Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better, when Arieh moved all-in before the flop and Glaser called, holding the better hand. Glaser secured victory on the turn, capturing his first Poker Players Championship title and adding a ninth bracelet to his achievements.
For the win, Glaser earned $1,343,764, with Arieh taking $895,837 as runner-up and Ivey receiving $600,698 for third place. The accomplishment strengthens Glaser’s status as one of the most accomplished mixed-game players at the WSOP, highlighting his versatility and endurance at the highest level of competition.
