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In a stunning decision that's shaking the felt, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) has confirmed that no gold bracelet will be awarded in this year's $1,500 Millionaire Maker event. Despite both players walking away with seven-figure payouts, Jesse Yaginuma and James Carroll, two seasoned pros with over $9 million in combined live earnings, won't be celebrating a bracelet win after being caught in the crosshairs of a chip-dumping controversy.

Read more » 2025 WSOP: No Bracelet awarded in Millionaire Maker after Chip Dumping Controversy

In a high-stakes twist worthy of the felt, the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Millionaire Maker champion will walk away with a cool $1 million bonus, regardless of an ongoing investigation into alleged foul play at the final table.

Jesse Yaginuma, who battled back from a 9-to-1 chip disadvantage against James Carroll during heads-up play in the $1,500 buy-in event, secured the $1,255,180 top prize. But while that tournament payday, and Carroll's $1,012,320 runner-up check, hangs in limbo amid accusations of chip dumping, one thing is certain: the bonus is in the bag.

Read more » Millionaire Maker Champ will still get $1 Million Bonus despite Controversy

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has put the brakes on crowning Jesse Yaginuma the official winner of Event #53: $1,500 Millionaire Maker, after suspicions of chip dumping during heads-up play triggered an internal investigation.

Read more » WSOP freezes Millionaire Maker Bracelet amid Chip Dumping Controversy

Day 3 of the $10,000 World Poker Tour L.A. Poker Classic came to a close when 63 players remained and the money bubble bursted. The final 63 players that will return for Day 4 tonight are guaranteed to take home at least $18,970 and the chip leader is Jesse Yaginuma (picture) with 804,000.

Read more » WPT L.A. Poker Classic: 63 Players Still "Alive" Jesse Yaginuma Leads