2025 PokerStars Spring Championship of Online Poker

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Welcome to the Spring Championship of Online Poker!

Will Shillibier
Will Shillibier
SCOOP 2025
SCOOP 2025

Welcome to our live updates hub for the PokerStars Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP)!

The action got underway last night, with some early deep runs, and a few familiar names making waves, but we’re set for an action-filled series. SCOOP runs until June 2, and this live blog will keep you up to speed with the biggest storylines, overnight chip leaders, notable eliminations, and standout performances from across the SCOOP schedule.

Whether you’re tracking your favorite pros, keeping tabs on the SCOOP League or just want to stay in the loop with all the key moments, we’ve got you covered every step of the way.

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Hand Up and Running in SCOOP 2025

Will Shillibier
Will Shillibier
Fintan Hand
Fintan Hand

Through a sea of Brazilians, Fintan "easywithaces" Hand narrowly missed out on a podium spot on opening night, finishing fourth in SCOOP 07-L: $22 NLHE. The turbo mystery bounty tournament saw him bank nearly $3,700, including over $330 in bounties.

Winner "KingBrun0" defeated the only other non-Brazilian at the final table to bank almost $10,000 in prize money.

RankPlayerCountryBountyTotal Payout
1KingBrun0Brazil$650$9,697
2CarlaLiiiiChile$392$6,887
3uilercamiloBrazil$651$5,315
4Fintan "easywithaces" HandIreland$334$3,684
5MackapaggBrazil$1,409$3,815
6DouglasNicolBrazil$409$2,137
7DaniGubertBrazil$50$1,291
8ibrabe21Brazil$284$1,175
9Eset93Brazil$812$1,452

Hand also finished 22nd from a field of 295 in SCOOP 07-H: $530 NLHE for $817, earning himself valuable SCOOP League points.

Spraggy's SCOOP Top Tip #1: Rehearse the Win

Will Shillibier
Will Shillibier

All this month, PokerNews is going to be bringing you some top tips on how to be at your best during SCOOP. These snippets of advice and pearls of wisdom will come to you from none other than...Spraggy.

He hasn't won a SCOOP title yet, but that won't stop him from telling you what you should be doing this SCOOP to get your hands on a shiny trophy!

Benjamin Spragg
Benjamin Spragg

"Practise your victory dance - not because you’ll use it, but because it’s good for morale.

"You have to believe in the magic, even if the poker gods have blocked your number. A good victory dance keeps you loose, keeps the vibes high, and if nothing else, confuses your housemates when you start flossing after winning a small blind. I’ve got three routines locked in.

"I’ve never made it far enough to use the third, but when I do, it involves a confetti cannon and a fog machine."

Tags: Benjamin Spragg

Get Involved with the SCOOP League Challenge

Will Shillibier
Will Shillibier

PokerStars players at home can also get involved in the SCOOP League action and be in with a chance of winning a $10,300 Gold Power Pass!

To take part, players must opt-in via the Challenges window and select one of the team captains to support. From there, it's all about knockouts. Players will earn points by eliminating opponents in SCOOP tournaments, with each elimination adding more weight to their team's overall score.

The top 20 players from each team will advance to the SCOOP Battle Royale on June 1, where they'll compete for over $14,000 in Power Pass prizes and the glory of contributing points to their captain’s tally.

The Battle Royale prizes are as follows:

  • 1st Place: $10,300 Gold Power Pass
  • 2nd Place: $2,500 Silver Power Pass
  • 3rd–16th Place: $109 Bronze Power Passes

Benny Glaser Taking a Calmer, Smarter Approach to SCOOP 2025

Will Shillibier
Will Shillibier
Benny Glaser
Benny Glaser

Benny Glaser is heading into SCOOP 2025 with a more balanced mindset, focusing on recovery and routine over intensity. Now in his fourth year grinding from Vancouver, the four-time WSOP champ says he's prioritizing consistency over obsession, with an eye on both SCOOP success and a full summer at the WSOP.

👉 Read the full interview with Benny Glaser here
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