ABOUT
The World Poker Tour was founded in 2002 by Steve Lipscomb and launched the era of televised poker that would transform the game into a mainstream phenomenon. Beginning with Season 1 in 2003, the WPT partnered with the Travel Channel to bring high-production-value poker broadcasts into living rooms across America, featuring hole-card cameras that let audiences follow the drama of every hand.
The WPT's global circuit spans events in the United States, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond — attracting thousands of players to events that typically feature $3,500 to $10,000 buy-ins with prize pools in the millions. The WPT Champions Club is an elite group of repeat winners that includes names like Gus Hansen (three victories in a single season), Jonathan Little, and Darvin Moon.
The Mike Sexton WPT Champions Cup — named for the beloved broadcaster and ambassador who represented the WPT for over 15 years — is awarded at each Main Event victory. The trophy and the title remain among the most meaningful achievements in tournament poker.
How to Qualify
Buy in directly at each WPT Main Event. Satellites run at host casinos and online through WPT Global. WPT Global also offers online qualifiers and online-only WPT events.
Notable Champions
- Gus Hansen (3 in one season)
- Jonathan Little (2 titles)
- Phil Ivey
- Daniel Negreanu
- Lex Veldhuis
