Welcome to another edition of the GGPoker Weekend Spotlight — your go-to roundup of the top tournament action from the last few days on the virtual felt. While some folks were winding down their weekend, GGPoker was turning up the heat with fierce competition, major paydays, and masterclass performances that had the whole community watching. This wasn’t just a weekend of poker but a showcase of strategy, grit, and razor-sharp decision-making. Whether you’re a regular in the Sunday grind, a seasoned pro, or just a fan of watching great plays, we’ve got everything you need to catch up on the standout hands, major wins, and poker glory that defined this weekend’s events.
A Weekend of Poker Action
The tables were ablaze with action as players from every corner of the globe locked horns in GGPoker’s most anticipated weekly battles. As expected, things kicked off with a couple of Bounty Hunter tournaments, and from there, the momentum never slowed. Whether it was creative aggression or bulletproof patience, every style of play was on display. Fans were treated to calculated hero calls, perfectly timed squeezes, and nail-biting all-in confrontations — the moments that remind you why this game never gets old.
This weekend, from breakout performances by up-and-comers to the rock-solid play of longtime grinders, again proved that anything can happen once the cards hit the digital felt. With six-figure scores and leaderboard bragging rights on the line, the intensity never let up. Let’s break down the biggest tournaments, boldest plays, and most memorable winners from another unforgettable weekend at GGPoker.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
Continuing to hold its ground as the must-play PLO tournament of the weekend, The Weekender Omaholic Bounty delivered another high-energy showdown this Sunday. With a $54 buy-in and a $100,000 guarantee, the event drew a strong field of 2,126 total entries, bumping the prize pool up to $105,619.68. After the dust settled on Day 1, 389 players returned for Day 2, each with bounties on their backs and eyes on the top prize.
When the final cards were dealt, it was ‘alan2025’ who navigated the chaos best, locking up $5,445.41 for first place and a hefty $5,493.77 in bounties. Right behind was ‘Liu Qing’, who scored $5,443.51 for second place along with $3,628.91 in bounty cash. Third place went to ‘TITfourTAT’, who banked $4,125.80 plus another $1,043.38 in bounties.
Event 09-H: Sunday Main Event
Another major highlight from the weekend came courtesy of the GG World Festival Event 09-H: Sunday Main Event—a high-stakes showdown that promised big money and delivered both drama and value. With a $1,050 buy-in and a $750,000 guarantee, the tournament pulled in 723 entries, just shy of the target, resulting in a $27,000 overlay that gave players even more reason to get involved.
After 10 hours and 21 minutes of elite-level play and pressure-packed decisions, the final table saw two top-tier pros agree to a deal heads-up. In the end, Simon Lofberg secured the official win and a $98,915.12 payout, narrowly edging out Rui Ferreira, who banked $94,581.89 for his runner-up finish. Rounding out the podium was ‘Mr_3rdBullet’, who earned $64,961.47 after navigating a stacked field and living up to their screen name with a third-place finish. With a juicy overlay and a deep structure, this event proved to be one of the most rewarding and competitive of the entire weekend.
Event 11-H: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty]
The GG World Festival Event 11-H: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty] brought high-octane thrills and unexpected twists, as this $250 buy-in event smashed through its $600,000 guarantee with 2,696 entries, pushing the total prize pool to $620,080. As always with the mystery bounty format, it wasn’t just about finishing position—every knockout carried the potential for a game-changing payout.
At the top of the tournament, it was ‘gwfedsa’ who emerged victorious, pocketing $39,482.87 for the win and an additional $22,955 in bounty prizes. The runner-up, ‘penguy2’, earned $29,607.12 along with $4,210 in bounty rewards, while ‘YingBingWang’ finished third, taking home $22,202.19 and another $3,525 in bounties. But the biggest win came earlier at the final table, when ‘Dorozhkin’, who ultimately finished in 9th place for $3,948.17, pulled the largest mystery bounty of the tournament—an eye-popping $54,000—bringing his total bounty haul to a staggering $58,440. It was yet another reminder of why this format remains one of the most unpredictable and electrifying events on the schedule.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
The Bounty Hunters Main Event once again lit up the GGPoker lobby this weekend, delivering non-stop action and a prize pool that dwarfed expectations. For this week, however, it was not the regular $54 buy-in as it was changed and added to the GG World Festival. Renamed as Event 06: Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event, it had a $55 buy-in and a $1,000,000 guarantee. This was enough to entice a colossal turnout of 24,145 entries, pushing the final prize pool to an eye-popping $1,221,737. This fast-paced knockout frenzy lasted nearly eleven hours, culminating in a thrilling finish as ‘A Vedomtsev’ outlasted the field to claim $45,688.33 for the outright win, along with an impressive $30,358.66 in bounties.
The runner-up, ‘RUSSOKOLOVSKY’, earned $45,671.61 plus $5,045.85 in bounty payouts. Finishing in third was ‘shadow97’, taking home $36,290.54 and an additional $4,459.84 in knockouts. With adrenaline-fueled eliminations and wild swings throughout, this Main Event once again delivered exactly the kind of mayhem players crave.
Talk about great timing.
Event 05-M: Grand Prix Europe
The GG World Festival Event 05-M: Grand Prix Europe brought classic deep-stack action to the mid-stakes crowd, and the response was massive. With a $100 buy-in and a $250,000 guarantee, the event attracted 3,813 entries, sending the prize pool soaring to $350,796. After 10 hours and 15 minutes of competitive play, the field was whittled down to one champion.
That title went to ‘Man14c’, who outlasted a packed field to secure a first-place payout of $38,771.37. Brazil’s ‘Vitor Pilon’ made a strong push for the top but ultimately had to settle for second place and a $29,894.55 score. Closing out the podium was ‘itachi829’, whose deep run earned $23,051.86. With a sizable prize pool, long playtime, and a skilled field, Grand Prix Europe proved to be a premier value event for players looking to go the distance.
Event 10-H: GGMasters Bounty King
The GG World Festival Event 10-H: GGMasters Bounty King stood out as one of the weekend’s fiercest contests, combining big prizes with bounty-hunting chaos. With a $320 buy-in and a generous $500,000 guarantee, the event attracted 1,548 entries—falling just short of the target and leaving an overlay of $39,315.20 that added serious extra value for the field. The action spanned 10 hours and 53 minutes of non-stop eliminations and chip swings.
When the dust cleared, it was ‘C4V4Z0TTI’ who claimed the crown, earning $29,052.01 in prize money and piling on $31,646.70 in bounty rewards for a massive final tally. In one of the closest finishes of the weekend, runner-up ‘phnomenom’ also took home $29,051.19, just shy of the top prize, with an added $3,666.80 in bounties. ‘Th3NormalOne’ rounded out the top three with a $23,084.01 score and $1,584.37 in bounty cash. With a juicy overlay and an aggressive structure, the Bounty King delivered non-stop action and monster swings all the way to the final hand.
GGMasters High Rollers
Another regular tournament that was wrapped up into the GG World Festival was the GGMasters High Rollers, a flagship freezeout that consistently draws some of the toughest fields on GGPoker. Despite attracting a solid 974 entries, the tournament narrowly missed its $1 million guarantee, resulting in a $26,000 overlay—offering players a rare edge in value.
After nearly 12 grueling hours (clocking in at 11 hours and 53 minutes), it was Andrew Wilson who emerged victorious, navigating a minefield of elite competition to claim the win. Thanks to a heads-up deal, Wilson walked away with $156,641.71. Runner-up ‘ThePurge1231’ also benefited from the agreement, pocketing $141,965.46 after a performance marked by steady, strategic climbing through the field. Curtis Knight secured third place, adding $95,959.41 to his bankroll after a deep and focused run in one of the toughest tournaments on the weekly schedule.
GGMasters $150
The $150 GGMasters Festival Edition delivered one of the weekend’s most grueling tests of endurance, precision, and patience. Attracting a massive field of 7,469 entries, the two-day freezeout generated a $1,030,722 prize pool and demanded a total of 27 hours and 19 minutes of focused play from start to finish. With an overnight pause bridging the action between Day 1 and Day 2, players had a rare moment to regroup before diving back into the fray for one of the week’s richest mid-stakes titles.
When the chips finally settled, it was ‘Nodenuevo’ who stood alone at the top, converting two marathon sessions into a well-earned $139,496.02. The final table was a showcase of calculated aggression, with ‘Nodenuevo’ maintaining composure through the critical stages. Close behind was ‘bongovibes’, who made a valiant push but ultimately finished second, collecting $104,601.18. The third-place spot went to ‘JossTheBoss9’, whose deep run netted $78,439.79 in one of the most talent-packed mid-stakes events of the weekend.
The Weekender
Bringing the weekend to a strong close was The Weekender, a fast-growing favorite that continues to attract thousands of players chasing big paydays on a modest budget. With a $50 buy-in and a $250,000 guarantee, this value-packed event drew 5,375 entries, leaving the final prize pool with a $2,750 overlay. The tournament’s multi-flight format once again created a sense of buildup, with 1,062 players advancing to Day 2 and vying for their piece of the prize.
In the end, it was ‘Hudsonroocha’ who went the distance, turning a $50 entry into a $25,049.11 payday and the title of champion. ‘DonAndres’ put together a strong late-game run to secure second place and $19,310.17, while ‘FloptheFlop’ locked up $14,890.47 for a well-earned third-place finish. With an accessible buy-in, solid structure, and exciting finale, The Weekender once again proved why it’s become a staple for serious low-to-mid stakes players looking to close out their grind with a bang.
The End of an Epic Weekend of Poker
From high-stakes showdowns to massive-field freezeouts, this past weekend on GGPoker was a testament to the sheer depth and diversity of today’s online tournament scene. Whether you were watching mystery bounties drop like fireworks, tracking overlays for added value, or simply sweating a deep run in a flagship event, there was something for every kind of grinder. Veterans reminded us why they’re feared, new names made their mark, and once again, the GGPoker streets didn’t disappoint.
With overlays sweetening the pot and festival-level intensity across the board, this wasn’t just a typical Sunday grind—it was a poker spectacle. The GG World Festival continues to raise the bar, and if this weekend was any indication, the road ahead is going to be packed with even more drama, more payouts, and more unforgettable hands. Until next week—good luck at the tables, and may your next deep run be the one that gets you in the spotlight.