The WSOP Circuit Main Event in Pompano Beach Guarantees $1M in Prizes
The WSOP Circuit returns to Harrah’s Pompano Beach on October 1 with 18 tournaments, highlighting the $1,700 Main Event and $1 million guaranteed, along with new side events.
Key Takeaways
- The WSOP Circuit Main Event at Harrah’s Pompano Beach has a $1 million guarantee and will be held from October 8 to 12.
- Zach Fischer won the previous edition in February 2026, taking home $233,384 and his second WSOPC Main Event title.
- The Mini Main Event guarantees $250,000 and the Monster Stack $150,000, both with accessible buy-ins.
- The schedule includes High Rollers for seniors and a wide range of side tournaments for various profiles.
- Florida solidifies its position as a key venue for major live poker events in the United States.
The WSOP Circuit returns to Harrah’s Pompano Beach, Florida, with a series of 18 events starting Thursday, October 1. The main attraction will be the $1,700 Main Event, which from October 8 to 12 offers a guarantee of $1 million in prizes. The event aims to match or exceed the prize pool of $1,468,900 achieved in the previous edition in August 2025.
Summary of the WSOP Circuit in Harrah’s Pompano Beach
In February 2026, Zach Fischer triumphed in the Main Event of the WSOP Circuit in Pompano Beach over a field of 925 entries, cashing $233,384 and securing his second title in WSOPC Main Events. Fischer had previously won the Harrah’s Cherokee Main Event in August 2025.
Final Table Results of the Main Event (February 2026)
- Zach Fischer: $233,384
- Nick Blumenthal: $155,559
- Elliott Kampen: $108,558
- Matthew Lambrecht: $77,028
- Caio Sobral: $55,588
- Jeffrey Schneider: $40,811
- Mukul Pahuja: $30,491
- Kayla Clackum: $23,191
- Howard Mash: $17,961
Strong Side Events: Mini Main Event and Monster Stack
Aside from the Main Event, the side tournaments stand out for their large pots and accessible buy-ins. The Mini Main Event will have a buy-in of $600 and $250,000 guaranteed. In its February edition, this tournament attracted a prize pool of $454,242, with Dorian Rios as champion taking $89,773.
The Monster Stack, designed for larger starting stacks, will cost $500 to enter and guarantees $150,000. In the previous edition, the $400 Monster Stack distributed $271,885 in prizes. Konstantin Shukhman won that edition, cashing $62,500.
High Rollers and More for All
Among the highlighted events is the $2,200 High Roller, scheduled for Sunday, October 11, with a guarantee of $50,000. For players over 50, the series kicks off on Thursday, October 1, with a $1,100 Seniors High Roller (also $50,000 guaranteed) and the classic $400 Seniors Event set for Sunday, October 4.
Poker for all tastes: There will be a $400 Ladies Event exclusively for female players, a $600 Pot Limit Omaha tournament, along with PLO 8 or Better and Big O tournaments, both with a $400 entry fee. The series is continuing to expand the offerings for different profiles and formats.
Expectations for the October Edition and PokerOrg Coverage
Participation and prize numbers from previous editions in Harrah’s Pompano Beach fuel optimism that this upcoming series may match or break records. "The weather and action remain hot in sunny Florida as the WSOP Circuit returns to Pompano Beach," according to the official event coverage.
PokerOrg, as the official media partner of the WSOP Circuit, will follow the development of the Main Event and the main tournaments, providing live updates and coverage on social media. Complete schedules, times, and tournament details can be found at WSOP.com and the WSOP Live app.
This return of the WSOP Circuit to Pompano Beach reinforces Florida's position as one of the main hubs for live poker in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the WSOP Circuit Main Event in Pompano Beach take place?
The WSOP Circuit Main Event at Harrah’s Pompano Beach will take place from October 8 to 12, with a buy-in of $1,700 and a $1 million prize guarantee.
Who was the last champion of the Main Event in Pompano Beach and how much did they win?
Zach Fischer won the Main Event in February 2026, taking home $233,384, adding his second title in WSOPC Main Events.
What other tournaments are highlighted in the WSOP Circuit series in Florida?
The Mini Main Event ($600, $250,000 guaranteed) and the Monster Stack ($500, $150,000 guaranteed) are the main side events, along with High Rollers and tournaments for seniors and ladies.
Where can I find the schedule and complete details of the series?
The full schedule and information on the 18 tournaments are available at WSOP.com and on the WSOP Live app.
Will there be live coverage and where can it be followed?
PokerOrg will provide live coverage and updates throughout the series via its Instant Live feed and social media, as the official media partner of the circuit.
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