Year 2026 PokerGO Cup Game 7 ($10,000 No-Limit Hold'em) In Las Vegas PokerGO Studio Hot debut, attracting a total of 67 players participated。 After a fierce battle all day, in the end 7 players advance to the final table, Compete for championship glory and high bonuses.
finally，Tony Gregg Defeated in a head-to-head battle Darren Elias Won the championship. The two agreed to proceed in the heads-up stage ICM Sub-award agreement (ICM Chop), reserved $10,000 and championship trophyContinue the duel. Then Gregg quickly ended the battle and finally won. $173,075 The championship bonus and the title of the game.
Final table results
| Ranking | player | bonus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tony Gregg | $173,075 |
| 2 | Darren Elias | $158,575 |
| 3 | Qinghai Pan | $90,450 |
| 4 | Neil Warren | $67,000 |
| 5 | Landon Tice | $50,250 |
| 6 | Chris Hunichen | $36,850 |
| 7 | Jeremy Ausmus | $26,800 |
Back to the rhythm of the game: Gregg's "Spring training" journey
correct Tony Gregg As far as I'm concerned, coming to PokerGO Studio this time is not just for bonuses or achievements, it's more like a time. “Spring training” to regain the rhythm of the game。
this one WSOP Gold Bracelet Winner, Once in a legendary event Big One for One Drop Won $4,830,619, But in recent years, he has not frequently participated in a complete event schedule. But in 2025 WSOP Main Event Obtained 11th place The results once again proved to the card arena that his strength is still there.
Gregg said that this competition is more like warming up in advance for major summer events.
"Recently, I have focused more on enjoying the process of playing cards every day, recording important games on my mobile phone, and reviewing and analyzing them in the evening. 」
However, the start of this journey was actually not smooth.
"Before this game, my journey has been very difficult. 」
"But I also told myself that this is part of the championship-you will keep losing. But the important thing is that you are still at the table and still love this game. 」
For Gregg, this victory is not just a bonus, but also a kind ofReconfirmation of one's own strength。
"This victory reminds me that I can still win. 」
"The deep promotion of the main event last year actually made me feel this way. 」
Sparks are shining at the final table: the life and death cards are reversed in an instant
The final table was full of drama from the beginning.
Short-code player Jeremy Ausmus Get it Pocket K, It seems like a great opportunity, but Chris Hunichen Hit on the flop A, Directly eliminated Ausmus (7th place).
Hunichen then rushed to approach at one point Chips leadThe location looks magnificent.
However, the most dramatic moment happened in Tony Gregg's Game of Life and Death。
In a huge pot, Hunichen holds Pocket Q Almost locked in the victory, but Gregg was River Plate Miracle Hits K, Thrilling survival.
This key River brand K Not only saved Gregg, but also completely changed the rhythm of the entire final table.
Soon after, Gregg backhand eliminated Hunichen (6th place), Officially reversed the situation of the war.
The pace of elimination accelerated rapidly in the next few days：
- Darren Elias eliminated Landon Tice (5th place)
- Tony Gregg eliminated Neil Warren (4th place)
- Darren Elias eliminated Qinghai Pan (3rd place)
In the end, the event entered Gregg vs Elias head-to-head duel。
The final battle after the ICM awards
After the heads-up begins，Elias Use first Pocket K Win the next key pot, so that the chips of the two sides are almost equal.
With the chips very close, the two agreed ICM Sub-award agreement, Reserved only $10,000 with championship titleContinue the duel.
Soon after, the key hand appeared：
Gregg's A♠K♦ Successfully defeated Elias A♣2♣, Causing Elias' chips to shrink significantly.
In a short period of time, Gregg quickly completed the closing and officially won PokerGO Cup Event #7 Champion。
Gregg: Confrontation with the new generation of masters makes me more motivated
Gregg said that playing against the top players of PokerGO Studio is exactly the challenge he wants.
"The players here are very strong. 」
"Seeing a new generation of players so sharp makes me want to play more games and fight them. 」
With this "Spring Training" ended successfully, Gregg not only held the championship trophy again, but also for the upcoming Summer major eventsA good foundation has been laid.
The excitement of PokerGO Cup 2026 continues, so stay tuned for more event reports.
What can novices learn next?
If you want to start learning Texas Hold'em, you can read the following tutorial first：
Texas Hold'em Hand Rankings and Showdown Rules (Beginner’s Essentials)
Texas Hold'em Betting teaching: Check / Bet / Call /Raise and Betting Strategy Analysis