Hobold and Berglin's Victories at the WCOOP Boot Camp: Results and Highlights

Swede Dennis Berglin and Brazilian Dalton Hobold scored impressive victories at the WCOOP Boot Camp. A review of the final tables and an announcement of the main events of the series.

In recent days, the WCOOP Boot Camp series on PokerStars has been thrilling online poker fans with major victories and fierce battles for titles. Among the latest champions are Swedish player Dennis "DBerglin" Berglin and Brazil’s Dalton "daltonhb" Hobold, who have added to their trophy cabinets and winnings in these prestigious tournaments. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the key moments from the latest events, share the final table results, preview the upcoming main events of the series, and offer recommendations for PPPoker club players. Dalton "daltonhb" Hobold Triumphs in the $530 NLHE PKO Bounty Builder High Roller Dalton "daltonhb" Hobold from Brazil once again demonstrated his prowess in progressive knockout (PKO) tournaments, capturing the title in the prestigious $530 NLHE PKO Bounty Builder High Roller on PokerStars. In this format, part of the buy-in goes to the overall prize pool, while another portion is allocated to bounties for eliminating opponents—bounties that grow as the tournament progresses, making the action especially dynamic and rewarding for aggressive players. The tournament drew 143 entrants, and the final table featured some of the toughest competitors in online poker. Among the finalists were well-known names such as Claas "SsicK_OnE" Segebrecht, Daniel "DaniC19941893" Custodio, and Austria’s "tekelson221". In heads-up play, Hobold faced off against the Finnish player "Deal with It". After a hard-fought battle, Dalton Hobold emerged victorious, sending his opponent to second place and claiming the top prize of $14,256. This win marks Hobold’s fifth title in major PokerStars series: he now boasts four SCOOP trophies and one WCOOP victory, with four of those coming in PKO events. This result not only boosted his bankroll but also gave him added confidence heading into the main WCOOP series. $530 NLHE PKO Bounty Builder: Final Table Results and Payouts Below are the final table results for the $530 NLHE PKO Bounty Builder High Roller: 1st place: Dalton "daltonhb" Hobold — $14,256 2nd place: Deal with It — (amount not specified in the original) 3rd place: Claas "SsicK_OnE" Segebrecht — (amount not specified) 4th place: Daniel "DaniC19941893" Custodio — (amount not specified) 5th place: tekelson221 — (amount not specified) Exact payout amounts for the other finalists were not provided in the source, but it’s known that the total prize pool was distributed among the top finishers, with a significant portion of the payouts coming from bounties earned for knocking out opponents. Dennis "DBerglin" Berglin’s Victory in the $75 NLHE Mystery Sunday Special Swedish pro Dennis "DBerglin" Berglin, who recently made two final tables at the WSOP Circuit Estonia, took down the $75 NLHE Mystery Sunday Special. This tournament stood out not only for its accessible buy-in, but also for its unique Mystery Bounty format, where part of the prize pool is awarded as random bounties—the size of which is revealed only after a player is eliminated. The event attracted 5,056 entries, creating a prize pool of $344,718—well above the guarantee. In heads-up play, Berglin faced "Honey Dick" from Brazil. Before the final showdown, the two players agreed to a deal, splitting most of the prize pool between them. As a result, Berglin received $19,016, while his opponent took home $22,657, as determined by the deal terms. Although the Swede earned slightly less, he was officially crowned the tournament champion after securing the win post-deal. This achievement marks an important milestone in Berglin’s career. Already a SCOOP champion from 2017, he now sets his sights on capturing his first WCOOP title next month. Final Table Results: $75 NLHE Mystery Sunday Special Below are the final table results for the $75 NLHE Mystery Sunday Special (reflecting the heads-up deal): 1st place: Dennis "DBerglin" Berglin — $19,016* 2nd place: Honey Dick — $22,657* * — amounts reflect the terms of the heads-up deal. Main Events of WCOOP Boot Camp: $800,000 Guaranteed Across Two Tournaments Up next for WCOOP Boot Camp participants are the two marquee events of the series—the Main Events, which kick off on August 16 at 19:00 Central European Summer Time (CEST). The buy-ins for the Main Events are $109 and $1,050, with guaranteed prize pools of $500,000 and $300,000 respectively. Combined, the two Main Events will guarantee a total of $800,000. Day 1 of both Main Events will conclude at 2:55 a.m. CEST. All players remaining at that point will advance to Day 2, which starts on August 17 at 19:05 CEST. For those looking to enter the $109 Main Event, satellites with buy-ins starting at $1.10 are running around the clock. Additionally, on August 15 at 19:05 CEST and on August 16 at 16:15 and 17:05 CEST, there will be three $11 satellites, each guaranteeing 100 seats in the $109 Main Event. Entry to the $1,050 Main Event is possible via satellites starting from $5.50. The main satellites awarding $1,050 tickets are priced at $55 or $109. There are still 27 numbered events left to play before the WCOOP Boot Camp series wraps up (54 tournaments in total), and the battle for titles and big prizes is still going strong. WCOOP Boot Camp 2026: Interim Results PokerStars organizers have released interim results for the WCOOP Boot Camp 2026 series. Numerous tournaments have already concluded, and anyone interested can check out the results of all completed events to gauge the level of competition and see how the leaders are performing. The list of winners includes both seasoned professionals and new faces, highlighting the inclusive and open nature of the series for players of all skill levels. It’s worth noting that many participants use the Boot Camp series as a warm-up for the main WCOOP, to get into form, build their bankrolls, and gain valuable experience against tough opponents. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, news of major successes at WCOOP Boot Camp can serve as great motivation for personal growth. First, these results show that even players from countries with well-developed club systems, like Brazil and Sweden, achieve success through regular practice and participation in a variety of tournament formats. This proves that consistent play and training in PPPoker clubs is an effective way to develop the skills needed for major online series. Second, focusing on PKO and Mystery Bounty formats allows club players to broaden their strategic arsenal. Regular bounty tournaments in PPPoker clubs are excellent preparation for similar events in major series, where aggressive play and the ability to adapt to bounty dynamics become key factors for success. Finally, information about the availability of satellites and the chance to qualify for major tournaments with minimal investment can inspire PPPoker players to test themselves not only in club events, but also on international online platforms. This experience will help players assess their level, broaden their horizons, and perhaps take a step toward their own major victories.