The WSOP implemented three rule changes for its 2026 Summer Series, starting May 26 at the Horseshoe. One modification stems directly from last summer's Millionaire Maker scandal involving ClubWPT Gold, a sweepstakes poker platform.
The organization tightened its rulebook to prevent similar breaches of tournament integrity. Players competing in the world's premier poker series must familiarize themselves with the updates before registering.
The specific changes address vulnerabilities exposed during the 2025 incident, though the complete details of each rule modification require review of the updated rulebook. The WSOP took action to reinforce player protections and maintain the credibility of its events.
This marks a significant response to the previous year's controversy. Tournament directors will enforce all three changes uniformly across the series. Players who competed in 2025 should verify how the new rules affect their strategy and lineup decisions for 2026.