Rare five-way deal caps event that shattered $4 million guarantee
LAS VEGAS, NV (July 8, 2026) – The BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA in Las Vegas concluded with Josh Mammen defeating Erik Eisen in heads-up play following a rare five-way deal at the July 5 final table. The $3,500 BetMGM Poker Championship drew 1,512 entries and a total prize pool of more than $4.8 million, smashing the $4,000,000 guarantee.
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2026 BetMGM Poker Championship Final Table results:
- Josh Mammen – $481,180*
- Erik Eisen – $431,180*
- Paul Hofer – $431,180*
- Nick Palma – $431,180*
- Ariel Celestino – $431,180*
- Mike Wilklow – $165,300
- Pavlos Xanthopoulos – $135,300
- Uri Kadosh – $106,500
- Nenad Cvetkovic – $79,935
*a deal was made to chop the remaining prize money
Entering the tournament with $83,297 in lifetime recorded tournament earnings, Mammen increased his career winnings by nearly sixfold with the $481,180 victory.
Ninety-two online qualifiers from BetMGM Poker markets in New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Ontario won BetMGM Poker Championship packages that included tournament entry, a five-night stay at ARIA, travel credit and a BetMGM swag bag. Six qualifiers cashed in the event, led by Connor Boyle who finished 24th for $14,000. Online qualifier Terry Brennan recorded the first live tournament cash ($12,920) of his career after winning his seat through a $5 qualifier.
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