WSOP Circuit to be held in Spain for the first time: poker debut in Madrid

The WSOP Circuit is expanding its reach and will host an event in Spain for the first time. Madrid is set to welcome the biggest poker festival of 2026.

WSOP Circuit to Be Held in Spain for the First Time: Madrid Prepares for a Poker Festival WSOP Circuit Expands Its Reach: New Records and a Debut in Spain In 2026, the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOP Circuit) continues to actively explore new markets and impress with its scale. In September alone, tournament poker marked two significant events. In Texas, at the Texas Card House in Austin, the WSOP Circuit Main Event with a $1,700 buy-in attracted a record 2,090 entries — the largest field in WSOP Circuit history. The winner was Eric Chang, who received the championship ring and a prize of $433,670. Almost simultaneously, the debut WSOP Super Circuit Canada was held at Playground Poker Club. The Main Event with a CA$5,000 buy-in drew 2,844 entries, creating a prize pool of CA$13,082,400. This became the largest live poker tournament in Canadian history. The victory went to Mayukh Chakraborty, who took home CA$1,500,000. Now, the WSOP Circuit is heading to Spain for the first time. From October 23 to November 2, 2026, Madrid’s Casino Gran Vía will host an 11-day festival featuring 11 championship rings. Tournament buy-ins range from €300 to €2,500, making the series accessible to a wide range of players. Details of the Debut WSOP Circuit Stop in Madrid The first-ever Spanish stop of the WSOP Circuit kicks off on Friday, October 23, with the Mini Main Event (€300). This tournament features four starting flights, held over the first two days of the festival. Players who qualify will meet at the final table on October 25. That same weekend, two more ring events are scheduled: the Seniors event for players over 50 (€550) and the popular Mystery Bounty format (€550), where part of the prize pool is awarded as random bounties for knocking out opponents. One of the longest tournaments of the series is the Colossus (€300). It offers six starting flights, running from October 25 to November 1. The Colossus final day will be held on November 2, giving players plenty of chances to make the money and compete for the ring. On October 27, the most expensive tournament of the series begins — the High Roller with a €2,500 buy-in, expected to attract top players and major regulars. Main Event Highlight: €1,500 Main Event The highlight of the Madrid stop will be the Main Event with a €1,500 buy-in, where the seventh ring of the series will be awarded. The tournament starts on October 28 and includes four starting flights: Days 1A, 1B, and 1C — 40-minute levels; Day 1D (October 30) — turbo format with 20-minute levels. Players who make it through the starting days will combine for Day 2 on October 31. The final table and the crowning of the first-ever WSOP Circuit Main Event champion in Spain will take place the following day. After the Main Event, the series continues: on October 31, two tournaments kick off — Deepstack (€1,000) and Omaha (€550). In the final days of the festival, there will also be the Superstack (€400) and Bigstack (€350). The last tournament will conclude the schedule on November 2, wrapping up the awarding of championship rings. Full WSOP Circuit Madrid Schedule The Madrid stop of the WSOP Circuit will feature 11 rings up for grabs. Buy-ins range from €300 to €2,500, allowing both newcomers and seasoned professionals to participate. Here are the main events on the schedule: October 23 : Mini Main Event (€300), starting flights; October 25 : Mini Main Event final, start of Colossus (€300), starting flights continue until November 1; October 25 : Seniors (€550) and Mystery Bounty (€550); October 27 : High Roller (€2,500); October 28 : Main Event (€1,500), four starting flights (1A, 1B, 1C — 40 minutes, 1D — 20 minutes); October 31 : Deepstack (€1,000) and Omaha (€550); November 1-2 : Superstack (€400), Bigstack (€350), Colossus final. In total, 11 WSOP Circuit championship rings will be awarded at the festival, making the Madrid stop one of the most action-packed on the European schedule for 2026. Statistics and Achievements: WSOP Circuit in 2026 The WSOP Circuit in 2026 has already set record numbers. In Austin, the Main Event with a $1,700 buy-in drew 2,090 entries, and winner Eric Chang took home $433,670. In Canada at Playground Poker Club, the CA$5,000 buy-in tournament attracted 2,844 entries and a CA$13,082,400 prize pool — the largest in the country’s history. Mayukh Chakraborty claimed first place and won CA$1,500,000. These successes confirm the growing popularity of the WSOP Circuit and players’ interest in new locations and formats. The Madrid stop promises to be another step in the series’ development, drawing the attention of European players and expanding the WSOP Circuit’s reach. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, this news is a great reason to consider expanding their poker experience and reaching new heights. The WSOP Circuit in Madrid shows that the biggest live series are becoming more accessible to players from different countries and with different bankrolls: buy-ins start at €300, and the formats include both classic and modern tournaments like Mystery Bounty. PPPoker players can use the WSOP Circuit schedule as a guide for building their own tournament practice: mixing formats, training in multi-flight tournaments, and preparing for major events. Experience in online clubs will help players adapt more quickly to structures with multiple starting days and faster levels. Moreover, the successes of players like Eric Chang and Mayukh Chakraborty prove that the path to big prizes is open not only to professionals but also to those willing to learn and grow. Follow WSOP Circuit news, try new formats in PPPoker clubs — and maybe the next championship ring will be yours!