WSOPE 2026 Mystery Bounty heats up as 16 players skip dinner for high-stakes poker

A €250,000 prize and a WSOPE bracelet hang in the balance. Who will outlast the final 15 in poker's most unpredictable tournament?

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2026 May 9 . 5:02 PM

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The image shows a group of men sitting around a table playing poker, with coins and cards spread... — The image shows a group of men sitting around a table playing poker, with coins and cards spread out in front of them. In the background, there is a pillar and other objects, suggesting that the men are participating in a poker tournament.

WSOPE 2026 Mystery Bounty heats up as 16 players skip dinner for high-stakes poker

Day 2 of the €1,100 Mystery Bounty at the 2026 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) saw intense action as players chased life-changing prizes. With a top bounty of €250,000 up for grabs, the tournament took an unpredictable turn when 16 competitors skipped dinner to keep playing. The original plan was to reduce the field to 16 players before ending the day. Instead, those 16 pushed through the break, adding extra drama to the event. Early casualties included Martin Kabrhel and Michael Mizrachi, both holding top 10 stacks. They went all-in hunting bounties but were knocked out before the money stages.

Egor Sukhov claimed the €250,000 bounty with a calm demeanour, while Cesar Natera celebrated loudly after securing a €100,000 prize. By the dinner break, Benny Glaser had built a commanding chip lead, leaving just 17 players in contention. Mystery Bounty tournaments remain divisive among professionals. Some, like former PokerOrg Live Events Manager TJ Reid, describe the first two levels after bounties activate as pure 'chaos'. Regular players often have an advantage due to deeper bankrolls, while recreational players enjoy the chance to win huge sums without needing to take first place. Tomorrow, the final 15 survivors will return to battle for the €150,000 top prize and the coveted WSOPE bracelet.

The tournament now heads into its final day with Benny Glaser leading the pack. The remaining players will face high-pressure decisions as they chase both the championship and the last mystery bounties. The winner will walk away with €150,000 and a WSOPE title, while others may still secure massive payouts from the remaining bounties.