PokerStars Open: Next stop, Aix-en-Provence (Nov 2026)
Everything you need to know about the PokerStars Open tour
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NEXT STOP: AIX-EN-PROVENCE (NOV 2026)
Only stops that elevate the PokerStars Open are worthy of being added to the calendar. Say hello to Aix-en-Provence, a premium live experience in the south of France that delivers everything you expect and more.
Set in one of the most iconic locations in Europe, this stop brings the high-end action while combining the incredible culture of the local area. That means a full schedule on-the-felt, punctuated by the Main Event.Â
Of course, Aix-en-Provence wouldn’t be the same without the vibrant atmosphere the city is famous for. The off-the-table activities will reflect that, with social events and player-first experiences that are sure to create memories you won’t forget.
The south of France is waiting. We’ll see you there.
VISIT THE POKERSTARS OPEN AIX-EN-PROVENCE OFFICIAL SITE
ABOUT THE POKERSTARS OPEN
A new era of live poker in Europe began in 2025 with the launch of the PokerStars Open, an exciting tour consolidating PokerStars’ popular and prestigious regional tours under one dynamic banner.
The PokerStars Open combines the best elements of the UK and Ireland Poker Tour (UKIPT), Eureka Poker Tour, Estrellas Poker Tour (ESPT), and France Poker Series (FPS) to create a schedule of unmissable events across some of Europe’s most vibrant destinations.
All events take place at established partner casinos and feature PokerStars’ industry-leading dealers and floor staff, seamless registration processes, unmissable player activities, an informative Live app, and a fun and friendly atmosphere at every stop.
Each festival features a €1,100/£1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event, supported by a large side-event schedule and tons of fun activities to deliver the world-class live event experience PokerStars is known for.
Each stop will feature a wide range of online satellites, offering more players the chance to qualify. You can also use your Power Path Silver Passes to play PokerStars Open events.
The PokerStars client provides more information on qualifying routes.
LATEST CHAMPION – BARCELONA 2026
Long-time EPT stalwart Jason Wheeler hit a new career high in Barcelona 2026, outlasting a field of 4,333 entries to win the €1,650 PokerStars Open Main Event.
Wheeler, 49, who first cashed in an EPT tournament in 2010, has now amassed more than $6 million in tournament winnings through his indefatigable career, with the €731,000 he won at Casino Barcelona representing a new best. His previous high mark was the €570,000 that came with a runner-up finish against Kalidou Sow in the PokerStars Championship Prague Main Event in 2017.
Describing the success as “amazing”, Wheeler told Poker News: “I’ve been chasing this for a while.”
He continued: “To win on PokerStars, on the biggest stage, against the toughest competition just validates everything that I’ve been doing.”
€1,650 PokerStars Open Main Event
Dates: August 16-22, 2026
Entries: 4,333 (inc. 2,375 re-entries)
Prize pool: €6,239,520
1st – Jason Wheeler, USA, €731,000
2nd – Alexander Ivarsson, Sweden, €457,000
3rd – Darko Svesko, Serbia, €326,200
4th – Bogdan Petrascu, Romania, €251,120
5th – Selvakumaran Mahersh, Netherlands, €193,190
6th – Han Feng, USA, €148,610
7th – Gregoire Jarry, France, €114,290
8th – Felipe Boianovsky, Brazil, €87,910
See results page for full payouts
POKERSTARS OPEN WINNERS
Here’s a look at all the Open Main Event winners so far:
Adrian-Sorel State (Romania) – €363,000 (Campione, March 2025)
Jon Kyte (Norway) – €340,000 (Monte Carlo, May 2025)
Jean-Vincent Lehut (France) – €238,000 (Namur, May 2025)
Manuel Ferrari (Italy) – €206,300 (Malaga, June 2025)
Alexis Nicolai (France) – €772,000 (Barcelona, August 2025)
Scott Margereson (UK) – €423,700 (Malta, October 2025)
Tuan Le (United Kingdom) – £149,200 (Manchester, October 2025)
Julian Bogdanov (Bulgaria) – €398,135 (Prague, December 2025)
Paul François Tedeschi (France) – €195,700 (Cannes, December 2025)
Elvir Nuhiu (Switzerland) – €200,640 (Campione, January 2026)
Patrik Demus (Hungary) – €551,090 (Paris, February 2026)
Michael Linster (USA) – $126,705 (Philadelphia, March 2026)
Joris Ruijs (Netherlands) – €317,398 (Monte Carlo, May 2026)
Koen De Visscher (Belgium) – €220,800 (Namur, June 2026)
Oskar Bilstad (Norway) – €178,840 (Malaga, June 2026)
Jason Wheeler (USA) – €178,840 (Barcelona, August 2026)
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