Raphael Caixeta won the first WSOP Online 2026 bracelet on GGPoker

Brazilian pro Rafael Caixeta became the first winner of a WSOP Online 2026 gold bracelet on GGPoker. There are still 32 bracelets left in the series.

Raphael Caixeta Claims the First Gold Bracelet of the GGPoker WSOP Online 2026 Series Results of the First Bracelet Event at WSOP Online 2026 on GGPoker This year, GGPoker is hosting the massive WSOP Online 2026 series, featuring 33 gold bracelets up for grabs. The first bracelet has already been claimed by Brazilian pro Raphael Caixeta . According to his WSOP profile, Caixeta is an established online tournament regular, and now his resume includes the prestigious title of WSOP champion. Caixeta took down Event #1: $700 7th Annual WSOP Kick-Off , which was played in a progressive bounty (PKO) format. For his victory, he earned $207,167 and a special $30,000 package to participate in the live Super Main Event at the upcoming WSOP Paradise festival in the Bahamas. Event #1: $700 7th Annual WSOP Kick-Off – Tournament Details The opening event drew 3,607 entries , generating an impressive prize pool of $2,398,655 . 356 players advanced to the bounty stage, each guaranteed at least a minimum payout. The list of players who made the money included well-known pros such as Aliaksei Boika , Vlad Darie , Bernhard Binder , Thomas Muehloecker , Leonard Maue , Kevin Martin , Niklas Astedt , Pavel Plesuv , Joseph Cheong , Jessica Teusl , and David Williams . Final Table Results – Event #1: $700 7th Annual WSOP Kick-Off Place Player Country Prize (including bounty) 1 Raphael Caixeta Brazil $207,167 + $30,000 package 2 Khaw "Apacgg" Chin Wah — $160,310 3 "Lichu89" Argentina $104,258 4 Oleksii "ITakeIt" Trofymenko Poland (Ukraine) $87,761 5 "baidan823" China $74,732 6 Eui "Rollpounder" Kim — $57,751 7 Miguel "Zerschlagen" Angelo Faria Lopes — $44,907 8 Milaim "PinkDevil9" Tafaj — $34,391 9 "fantexi0058" China $34,092 The first player eliminated from the final table was "fantexi0058" from China, finishing ninth for $34,092. Milaim "PinkDevil9" Tafaj took eighth place and $34,391. Miguel "Zerschlagen" Angelo Faria Lopes finished seventh for $44,907, while sixth place went to Eui "Rollpounder" Kim ($57,751). Fifth place and $74,732 went to China’s "baidan823" . Just missing out on the top three was Oleksii "ITakeIt" Trofymenko , representing Ukraine and playing from Poland, who earned $87,761. Making the top three was Argentina’s "Lichu89" , who took home $104,258. The heads-up battle for the bracelet came down to Raphael Caixeta and Khaw "Apacgg" Chin Wah . In a hard-fought duel, Caixeta emerged victorious to claim the top prize. Second place awarded Khaw "Apacgg" Chin Wah $160,310, giving him plenty of ammunition for the rest of the WSOP Online 2026 series. About the Tournament Format and the Significance of the Win This event used the Progressive Knockout (PKO) format, where part of the buy-in goes to the main prize pool and part to each player’s bounty. Every time a player knocks out an opponent, they receive a portion of that player’s bounty, while the rest is added to their own bounty. This format not only requires strong stack management but also a strategic approach to targeting opponents for knockouts. Winning a WSOP Online bracelet event is a major milestone for any player. For Caixeta, it’s not just a significant cash prize, but also a chance to showcase his skills on the live stage at WSOP Paradise, with a paid entry and extra perks included. $300 Gladiators of Poker: Who’s Leading Before the Final Table? The next major event in the series, $300 Gladiators of Poker , will conclude on August 17. This tournament attracted a record 13,214 entries , building a prize pool of $3,686,706 . 1,307 players advanced to Day 2, each already guaranteed at least $603. The final table, where the top nine will battle for the title, promises to be especially intense: the minimum payout there is $58,838, while the champion will take home $470,672, a gold bracelet, and a $30,000 package for the WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. When play resumes, Silvio Costa leads the way with a stack of 1,292,168. Other contenders include: Bernard Larabi — 1,039,246 Samuel Mullur — 902,214 Pedro Neves — 773,193 Peter Traply — 639,614 Nevan Chang — 562,509 Joe Serock — 380,546 The final table kicks off on August 17 at 19:00 BST. Other Standouts in the Series: Prize Winners and Notable Names Many well-known pros and regulars from major online series cashed in the first event. Among them were Aliaksei Boika , Vlad Darie , Bernhard Binder , Thomas Muehloecker , Leonard Maue , Kevin Martin , Niklas Astedt , Pavel Plesuv , Joseph Cheong , Jessica Teusl , and David Williams . Their results highlight the fierce competition at WSOP Online and the prestige of making the money, even for seasoned players. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For members of PPPoker clubs, this news is a great example of how online platforms can serve as a springboard to the global stage. Raphael Caixeta’s victory shows that consistent practice in online tournaments helps build the experience and confidence needed to succeed in the biggest series. Progressive Knockout formats and large multi-table tournaments, which are thriving on GGPoker and other platforms, are also gaining popularity in PPPoker clubs. This means players should focus on mastering PKO strategies and preparing for large-field events, as these skills are valuable at every level. Finally, the results of WSOP Online 2026 prove that even from online clubs, it’s possible to break through to prestigious live events with hard work and dedication. Stay tuned for updates, take part in club tournaments, and don’t miss your chance to shine—maybe the next bracelet will go to one of our readers!