GGPoker’s Sunday streets were bursting with energy again this weekend, as thousands of players logged in for another packed schedule of tournaments and high-pressure moments. The mix of formats—from mystery bounties and freezeouts to PLO chaos and high-stakes slugfests—ensured nonstop action from the opening hand to the final river. Whether you came for the six-figure prizes or the sweat of chasing a deep run, this weekend delivered the goods.
A Weekend of Poker Action
This weekend wasn’t just about massive fields and ballooning prize pools—it was about players showing up sharp and fearless. Some leaned on experience, others played with reckless brilliance, and a few newcomers turned heads with breakout performances on some of GGPoker’s biggest stages. Across every buy-in level, there were moments of brilliance that deserve more than just a glance at the leaderboard.
In this week’s edition, we’ll break down some standout events, spotlight the grinders who rose to the top, and revisit the action that shaped the weekend. From bounties to bragging rights, this one had it all, so let’s dive into everything that went down on the virtual felt.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
Pot-Limit Omaha fans were treated to a fireworks-filled weekend as the Weekender Omaholic Bounty stormed back into the GGPoker spotlight. With a $54 buy-in and a boosted $100,000 guarantee, the tournament drew an impressive 2,271 entries, pushing the prize pool to $112,82328. For PLO regulars and bounty hunters alike, it was the perfect blend of value and volatility.
Of the 409 players who made it through to Day 2, only one could rise above the rest—and this week, it was ‘J Peltoniemi’ who delivered a statement win. Their assertive, fearless play earned them $5,622.98 from the regular prize pool and even more from the bounty pool, $6,054.34, sealing a well-earned victory on one of the week’s most unpredictable stages.
Runner-up ‘penguy2’ came within inches of the crown, taking home $5,619.44 in prize money and boosting their total with $3,039.44 in bounties after a disciplined and tactically sound final table performance. Rounding out the podium, ‘MrBigWin1’ played a sharp and steady game, cashing in for $4,259.61 plus an additional $1,457.26 in bounty’s after a deep and consistent run.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty] kept its title as the most suspense-packed tournament on GGPoker, once again turning routine eliminations into potential goldmines. With 6,531 players jumping into the action, the event exceeded its $500,000 guarantee, creating a prize pool of $648,920.16 for the bounty hunters willing to embrace the chaos.
After nearly nine hours of high-stakes drama and sharp decision-making, ‘PartOfTheGame’ emerged as the champion, taking home $36,574.44 from the regular prize pool and adding another $1,507 in bounties. Their path to victory was composed and opportunistic, but not without its ups and downs. Hot on their heels, ‘Samuel Mullur’ finished the event in second and collected $27,424.07 in prize money and $2,817 in bounties. Third-place finisher ‘harry pig’ turned in one of the most profitable performances of the night, earning $20,545.15 and $307 in mystery bounties.
The most jaw-dropping win of the night belonged to ‘Hugololi’, who exited in 12th place with just $1,187.49 in prize money, but that was after pulling the largest mystery envelope of the tournament for a $45,000 score. That one draw catapulted them to a total win, including all earned bounties and the prize pool, of $48,234.49, proving once again that fortunes can turn on a single click in this event.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
The Sunday High Rollers Main Event again brought the intensity, standing tall as one of GGPoker’s most grueling and prestigious battlegrounds. With a $1,500 buy-in and a $400,000 guarantee, the high-stakes freezeout drew 400 elite entries, nudging the total prize pool up to a hefty $570,000.
Over ten hours of relentless action whittled the field down to a final table filled with sharks. Rising above them all was ‘A Lasouskii’, who earned them $110,603.73 in prize money after a dominant performance. Coming in second, ‘DionysusXIII’ earned $82,940.87, while ‘Jon AV Santos’ rounded out the top three with $62,196.86.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
The Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event exploded back onto the schedule this weekend, delivering the kind of chaotic, high-octane action that has made it a staple of the GGPoker tournament lineup. With a low $54 buy-in and a towering $750,000 guarantee, bounty chasers showed up in full force—19,431 entries strong—pushing the prize pool to a jaw-dropping $965,332.08.
One player rose above the carnage as the field thinned over more than 10 hours of play. ‘NoNoTTT’ emerged as the last one standing, showcasing sharp instincts and ruthless precision en route to the title. They banked $34,288.11 in prize money and racked up an impressive $23,571.60 in bounties, proving unstoppable in the late stages.
Runner-up ‘Kutanoid’ made it a race to remember, locking up $34,182.25 and adding $3,647.28 in bounty cash after a fierce heads-up duel that kept the rail buzzing. In third place, ‘CaIIMe[Maybe]’ held their own against tough competition and walked away with $25,432.97 plus another $6,077.97 in bounty rewards—an excellent return for a deep and well-played run.
When the nuts aren’t the nuts.
Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
The Bounty Hunters High Roller Main Event once again delivered a thrilling spectacle at the top of GGPoker’s Sunday grind, attracting the sharpest minds and boldest bounty hunters from around the world. With a $525 buy-in and a lofty $1,250,000 guarantee, the tournament drew an enormous 3,234 entries—pushing the final prize pool to an astounding $1,617,000, easily surpassing expectations and setting the stage for a marathon of elite-level poker.
After more than 11 hours of intense, high-pressure play, it was ‘Shunjiro Kita’ who rose above the rest, commanding the final table with decisive aggression and unshakable confidence. Their brilliant run earned them $66,070.93 in prize money, and an incredible $96,314.79 in bounty rewards, making them the top earner by a wide margin.
Finishing second, ‘jhonnybinks’ put in a strong and disciplined performance of their own, banking $65,607.22 and adding $7,514.68 in bounties. Rounding out the podium, ‘dutra gg’ put together a powerhouse run of his own, walking away with $47,471.15 in prize money and a massive $5,039.07 in bounty earnings.
GGMasters Bounty $320
The GGMasters Bounty $320 once again proved why it’s one of the most anticipated freezeouts on GGPoker’s calendar, offering a mix of tactical warfare and bounty-driven adrenaline with no safety net. The $320 buy-in and one-shot structure continues to attract the fearless and the disciplined alike, and this week’s edition brought in 1,547 entries—pushing past the $400,000 guarantee to create a $460,387.20 prize pool.
Right from the jump, the pace was punishing. With no re-entries allowed, every hand came with real consequences, and players were forced to walk a tightrope between survival and aggression. After 9.5 hours of nonstop tension, it was ‘elseyking’ who claimed the spotlight, turning in a world-class performance to take $18,921.20 from the prize pool and an impressive $35,543.15 in bounties—nearly tripling their payout with precision bounty hunting.
Runner-up ‘Sergey Tretyak’ played a controlled and calculating game that earned them $18,874.67 and $3,535.56 in bounty cash, narrowly missing the top spot but delivering a rock-solid finish. Meanwhile, ‘luckybox_v’ rounded out the top three with $14,228.14 in prize money and an additional $3,682.04 from bounty rewards.
GGMasters High Rollers
The GGMasters High Rollers $1,050 once again showcased the best of high-stakes, single-entry poker on GGPoker, offering players a ruthless test of discipline, timing, and resilience. With its $1,050 buy-in and no re-entry policy, this flagship freezeout drew 903 of the sharpest minds in the game, nudging the prize pool just above the $600,000 guarantee to a final total of $903,000.
After nearly twelve hours of unrelenting pressure and finely tuned play, it was ‘David Gilbert’ who emerged victorious, claiming $126,741.94 and the title with a performance marked by well-calibrated aggression and unwavering composure. Their run through a stacked final table was a masterclass in tournament execution.
Right behind them, ‘Samuel Vousden’ put together one of the grittiest performances of the weekend, clawing back from the brink on multiple occasions to secure $96,146.11 for second place. Meanwhile, ‘V Buldygin’ rounded out the top three with a smooth and steady showing that earned $72,936.57 and further solidified their reputation as a consistent threat in elite-level MTTs.
The GGMasters High Rollers continues to be one of the purest arenas for competitive poker—a place where one bullet is all you get, and one mistake can cost it all. And as always, it delivered edge-of-your-seat action and a reminder that at the top, only precision wins.
GGMasters $150
The GGMasters $150 Main Event returned with its trademark blend of intensity and opportunity, once again standing tall as one of GGPoker’s most grueling and rewarding freezeouts. With a $150 buy-in and the ever-alluring $1,000,000 guarantee, this two-day flagship drew 7,279 entries to create a total prize pool of $1,004,502.
Across 25 hours and 47 minutes of deep-stacked, high-pressure play—including a much-needed overnight reset—the tournament served up a marathon of tough spots, daring moves, and hard-earned paydays. When it was all said and done, it was ‘Genkii4’ who emerged victorious, combining relentless aggression with clutch decision-making to secure the top prize of $137,320.07 and the title.
Not far behind, ‘DeKey’ weathered the storm of variance and tricky chip dynamics at the final table to claim $102,969.99 for a standout runner-up finish. Rounding out the podium, ‘broookennn’ turned in a rock-solid performance, collecting $77,216.57 after navigating the minefield of the late stages with discipline and poise.
The GGMasters continues to be a proving ground for the game’s most battle-tested MTT players—and this week’s edition reminded everyone that in the freezeout format, the rewards are reserved for those who can go the distance, one decision at a time.
The Weekender
Wrapping up the weekend with trademark intensity, The Weekender once again delivered a thrilling finish to GGPoker’s Sunday schedule. With its accessible $50 buy-in and consistent $250,000 guarantee, this fan-favorite multi-flight event attracted 5,842 entries, exceeding the guarantee and creating a generous prize pool of $268,732.
Out of the 1,117 players who returned for Day 2, it was ‘Romy Rhodes’ who seized the spotlight, grinding their way through shifting chip stacks and relentless ICM pressure to claim the win and $27,016.47 in prize money. Finishing right behind them at the top of the standings saw runner-up ‘Diego Abreu’ take home $20,823.88.
Rounding out the podium was ‘Ilya Galimov’, who capped off a strong weekend run with a third-place finish worth $16,058.99. Whether you’re chasing value or momentum heading into the next grind, The Weekender continues to prove that even a small buy-in can produce big moments.
The End of an Epic Weekend of Poker
As the dust settles on another action-packed weekend of tournaments at GGPoker, one thing is clear: the variety and excitement on offer ensure that every player, no matter their skill level or bankroll, can find a battle that suits their style. From the relentless bounty chases of the Bounty Hunters series to the high-stakes drama of the GGMasters, GGPoker continues to deliver unforgettable moments that keep the poker world buzzing.
With massive overlays, thrilling finishes, and big-name victories, these tournaments show that there’s always something at stake, whether it’s a massive payday, a coveted title, or simply the joy of the game. Whether you’re grinding your way through the Weekender, battling it out in the GGMasters, or hunting down mystery bounties, GGPoker offers a tournament experience that’s both exhilarating and rewarding.
As always, the competition remains fierce, and there’s no doubt that the upcoming weeks will bring more high-octane action and opportunities to shine. Until next time, keep your cards close, your strategy sharper, and your focus laser-like. The tables will be waiting.