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Still reached the final table after losing a close friend

Regional news
Regional news /

During the 2026 PokerGO Cup, poker player Ben Grise experienced an extremely difficult time. His close friend, Matt Lushin, a well-known figure in the Indiana poker community, was confirmed by police to have been murdered. Despite his grief, Grise still delivered a remarkable performance at PokerGO Studio, achieving runner-up finishes in the $10,000 NLH high-stakes event for two consecutive days. In a post-tournament interview, he reminisced about his friendship with Lushin and paid tribute to this beloved friend in the poker world.

The Lodge Card Club Raided by Authorities

International news
International news /

The Lodge Card Club, Texas's largest poker room, was recently raided by law enforcement in connection with allegations of money laundering and illegal gambling. No arrests or charges have been made so far, but the poker room remains closed. The incident has sparked heated debate within the poker community, with some pointing the finger at co-owner Doug Polk. However, this incident affects not only investors but also hundreds of poker dealers and staff, as well as numerous players who frequent The Lodge. Until the investigation results are released, the poker community should perhaps remain rational and patient.

Lose another poker room on the Las Vegas Strip

Regional news
Regional news /

The poker landscape on the Las Vegas Strip is shrinking once again. Resorts World announced that its poker room will officially close on March 29, 2026, becoming the second poker room on the Las Vegas Strip to cease operations this year. The room had 29 tables since opening in 2021 and had hosted the PokerStars NAPT series. However, with Las Vegas tourism declining by more than 81 TP3T in 2025, the poker market has also been affected. Nevertheless, major events such as the WSOP and Wynn Millions continue to attract a large number of players, indicating that the Las Vegas poker ecosystem remains vibrant.