Negreanu and Mizrachi Lead Major Stacks into WSOP Super Circuit Canada Day 3

Late registration has ended for the WSOP Super Circuit Canada Main Event at Playground, confirming a record-setting field and a prize pool exceeding expectations. Daniel Negreanu and Michael Mizrachi will enter Day 3 with two of the largest stacks remaining, each eyeing the title as play resumes on Monday.

WSOP Super Circuit Canada Main Event Breaks Prize Pool Record

The $5,000 CAD buy-in Main Event demolished its $10,000,000 CAD guarantee, gathering 2,844 entries and creating a prize pool of $13,082,400 CAD. Attendance milestones were reached throughout. Day 1A set a new Canadian record for single-flight entries in a $5K event with 851, and Day 1C followed closely at 830 entries. These figures position the event as a headline tournament for both Canadian and international players.

Key Stacks Going into Day 3

After the closing of three staggered Day 2 flights, 266 players remain. Each survivor aims to advance as play pauses when 15% of the field is left. Canadian Denis Cyr enters Day 3 as chip leader. High-profile names with substantial stacks include:

• Mike Leah (Canada): 900,000
• Griffin Benger (Canada): 777,000
• Gabriel Andrade (USA): 748,000
• Andy Stacks (USA): 580,000
• Daniel Negreanu (Canada): 535,000 (89 big blinds)
• Michael Mizrachi (USA): 523,000 (87 big blinds)

Daniel Negreanu, one of the country’s top ambassadors, has balanced deep live play with ongoing WSOP Online events on GGPoker. Michael Mizrachi, the 2025 WSOP Main Event champion, remains a threat just behind Negreanu in chips. Mizrachi brings significant experience to late-stage tournament play.

Other notables advancing include Jonathan Little, Abby Merk, and Han Feng, each with average stacks. Jeff Platt, Kevin Martin, Jamie Dwan, and Lexy Gavin-Mather will need an early boost on Day 3 to gain momentum.

Notable Canadian Performances and Tournament Momentum

Canadian presence is strong at the top of the counts. Mike Leah, a double-bracelet winner, bags a top-10 stack and aims to keep the first prize on home soil. Griffin Benger also returns with 777,000 chips, well above average. Organisers will soon release the full payout structure, but a sizable top prize awaits the winner when the final table plays out Thursday.

“Day 1A set a new record for single-flight attendance in a $5K buy-in event in Canada,” Poker.org reported.

Denis Cyr currently leads the field, and multiple Canadian competitors remain poised for deep runs through Day 3, reinforcing the consistently high standard of local talent throughout WSOP events.

Eyes on the Remaining Schedule and Streaming Coverage

Play will pause at 15% of the field, with survivors proceeding to Day 3. The tournament atmosphere carries added attention from the poker community, as multiple big names have accumulated serious stacks. Jeff Platt, more often seen behind the mic covering action, will return as a player with 156,000. Fans can follow the progression through the news section or watch live updates and final table coverage on the official WSOP YouTube channel, starting with the remainder of Day 2C.

Payouts are expected soon, with all remaining players focused on the Thursday finale. The outcome will be closely watched by both industry insiders and fans of major circuit poker action.

Major Stacks and Nationalities Heading into Day 3

A closer look at major Day 3 stacks and their nationality:

• Mike Leah (Canada): 900,000
• Griffin Benger (Canada): 777,000
• Gabriel Andrade (USA): 748,000
• Andy Stacks (USA): 580,000
• Daniel Negreanu (Canada): 535,000
• Michael Mizrachi (USA): 523,000
• Jonathan Little (USA): 368,000
• Abby Merk (USA): 362,000
• Han Feng (USA): 253,000
• Jeff Platt (USA): 156,000
• Kevin Martin (USA): 124,000
• Jamie Dwan (UK): 92,000
• Lexy Gavin-Mather (USA): 81,000

All eyes are on Negreanu and Mizrachi, but several underdogs could emerge as play intensifies. The full results will unfold as Day 3 progresses, building toward Thursday’s championship conclusion.