Poker Masters Event 8 Begins in Las Vegas
Players in the $15,700 tournament will return to the PokerGO Studio tomorrow to play for the title.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Casino
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High-stakes tournament play returned to the PokerGO Studio this week as Event 8 of the Poker Masters kicked off in Las Vegas. Players are competing for the title in a field featuring a $15,700 buy-in.
Why it matters
The Poker Masters series serves as a key indicator of competitive tournament momentum in the city as it moves toward its final events. Players are currently vying for the series Purple Jacket, with Adrian Mateos leading the standings.
Event 8 requires a $15,700 buy-in and allows two reentries, setting the stage for the remaining series schedule. Players are currently tracking toward a $51,000 entry fee for the final Event 10.
The players
Adrian Mateos
The professional poker player currently leading the Purple Jacket standings for the series.
The details
Participants in Event 8 started with 150,000 chips and blinds at 500/1,000 with a 1,000 big blind ante. Levels initially last 30 minutes before increasing to 40 minutes as the field plays down to a final table. Late registration for this event remains open until the start of Level 9.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: Event 8 begins at the PokerGO Studio.
October 21, 2026: Remaining Event 8 players return to compete for the title.
Beyond the Strip
This tournament series continues the established structure of the annual Poker Masters circuit. It serves as one of the final three events before the series champion is crowned.
Expect increased activity around the PokerGO Studio as the tournament series nears its conclusion. Players have until the start of Level 9 to complete registration for the ongoing event.
The takeaway
Follow the remaining events to see if Adrian Mateos maintains his lead for the series title. Keep an eye on the final Event 10, which carries the highest buy-in of the series at $51,000.
What happens next
The final three tournaments of the series will conclude with Event 9 and Event 10, leading to the crowning of the player of the series.
Further reading
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