2026 U.S. Poker Open

Event #1: $5,000 NLH
Event #1: $5,000 NLH Event #2: $5,000 NLH Show All Events
Day: 2
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Event Info
2026 U.S. Poker Open
Event Info
Buy-in
$5,000
Prize Pool
$465,000
Total Entries
93
Players Left
5
Average Chip Stack
2,325,000
Total Chips
11,625,000
Next Payout
Venue 5
$32,550
Level Info
Level
20
Blinds
40,000 / 80,000
Ante
80,000
Players Info - Day 2
Entries
5
Players Left
5
Players Left 5 / 93

Can Brock Wilson Win His Third PokerGO Trophy in a Month?

Brock Wilson
Brock Wilson

The first event of the 2026 U.S. Poker Open in Las Vegas continues on today with Day 2 of Event #1: $5,000 NLH, which has five players remaining in the chase for the top prize of $120,900.

Far in front with nearly half of the chips in play is high-stakes pro Jeremy Ausmus. And while this final table isn't streamed, there should be plenty of clips captured by Ausmus in his new role as high-stakes vlogger.

Ausmus will have to fend of a group of accomplished poker pros, including Justin Zaki, Rodger Johnson and Natalie Ferguson. Also in contention is Brock Wilson, who will look to run up a short stack to win his third PokerGO trophy in a month's time.

Justin Zaki
Justin Zaki

Final Table Chip Counts

RankPlayerCountryChip Count
1Jeremy AusmusUnited States5,305,000
2Justin ZakiUnited States2,215,000
3Rodger JohnsonUnited States2,035,000
4Brock WilsonUnited States1,280,000
5Natalie FergusonUnited States790,000

Day 1 ended with the eliminations of a few very notable players, including Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel and high-stakes pro Kristen Foxen.

Day 2 action begins at 11:45 a.m. local time with 18 minutes remaining in Level 18 and blinds of 25,000/50,000/50,000. Levels will remain at 30 minutes in duration and there will be short breaks every four levels.

Each returning player is guaranteed at least $32,550. Don't be surprised to see those who bust hop right into the Event #2: $5,000.

Remaining Payouts

PlacePrize
1$120,900
2$76,725
3$55,800
4$41,850
5$32,550

Stay tuned as the PokerNews live reporting team is on-site and ready for action here in the PokerGO Studio. Check out the live reporting hub before action kicks off.

Tags: Brock WilsonErik SeidelJeremy AusmusJustin ZakiKristen FoxenNatalie FergusonRodger Johnson