Mystery Bounties and Massive Payouts Light Up the GGPoker Tables
The Weekend Round Up – June 8, 2025
Strap in for another adrenaline-fueled edition of the GGPoker Weekend Wrap-Up — your front-row seat to the most electric moments, jaw-dropping comebacks, and bankroll-boosting battles from the online felt. As grinders from every time zone fired up their devices and dove headfirst into multi-table mayhem, GGPoker once again reminded us why it’s the heartbeat of the global poker scene. From late-night ladders to early-morning eliminations, this weekend served up enough high-stakes heat to melt screens.
A Weekend of Poker Action
The GG World Festival continued its tear through the tournament circuit, delivering yet another action-packed slate with deep fields and eye-watering prize pools. Whether it was turbo chaos or methodical marathon sessions, every tournament became a proving ground for those hungry for glory. Veteran crushers, mid-stakes maestros, and rising stars all converged for a shot at turning entries into epic paydays.
With soul-reading hero calls, soul-crushing coolers, and payouts that’ll fund a few dreams (or a new bankroll), this weekend was everything we love about high-level online poker. Miss the action or just want to relive the highs and heartbreaks? You’re in the right place. Let’s dive into the biggest hands, boldest plays, and breakout winners from another unforgettable GGPoker weekend.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
The Weekender Omaholic Bountyexploded back onto the scene this weekend, serving up its signature blend of high-variance action, PLO pyrotechnics, and all-out aggression. With a $54 buy-in and a tempting $100,000 guaranteed prize pool, the tournament lured in 1,895 entries across multiple Day 1 flights. An overlay of $5,856.40 sweetened the pot for those who made it to Day 2, dialing up the intensity as players fought through a sea of short stacks, monster draws, and unpredictable runouts.
When the smoke finally cleared after five hours and ten minutes of Day 2 action, it was ‘Konkurssi99’ who stood tallest, bagging $5,670.96 in prize money and slashing through the field for an impressive $5,323.88 in bounties — a total payday of $10,994.84. Right behind them was ‘CardConnoisseur’, who banked $5,668.28 plus $1,277.09 in bounties for a $6,945.37 finish. Rounding out the top three was ‘JerryPot91’, who took home $4,296.02 and padded it with $774.05 in knockouts.
Event 321-H: Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
GG World Festival Event 321-H: Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event brought the fireworks once again, delivering a heavyweight showdown that left no chip unclaimed and no knockout uncontested. With a $525 buy-in and an eye-popping $1,250,000 guarantee, the Sunday staple pulled in 3,061 entries, inflating the prize pool to a massive $1,530,500. Over the course of 10 hours and 56 minutes, the tournament transformed into a marathon of precision and pressure, with bounty hunters going full throttle for a shot at six-figure glory.
At the end of the grind, it was ‘wuluyao’ who bagged the crown, locking in a hefty $75,431.77 for the win and topping it off with a massive $74,173.09 in bounty rewards — bringing their total haul to $149,604.86. Trailing closely was ‘Yago Simplicio’, whose runner-up finish matched the $75,429.46 main prize, while scooping up an additional $20,510.80 in bounties. Taking third was ‘Lakyluk17’, who added $59,936.05 in placement winnings to a solid $18,222.68 in bounty grabs.
Event 324-H: Sunday Main Event
GG World Festival Event 324-H: Sunday Main Event was once again the destination for the game’s sharpest minds and deep pockets, serving up a high-roller showdown where every decision could swing a fortune. With a $1,050 buy-in and a $350,000 guarantee, the tournament drew 435 entries, creating a perfectly matched $435,000 prize pool. Over 10 hours and 12 minutes of tense, high-level play, a stacked field was slowly carved down to a final table brimming with elite international firepower and game-theory brinkmanship.
When the chips finally settled, it was Brazil’s ‘morgota’ who claimed the title and $69,177.22 in first-place winnings. The second largest payout went to ‘U_B_O’ who secured the second place, while ‘F Billard’ rounded out the podium, earning $41,132.80 for the finish. With razor-sharp ICM plays, expert-level timing, and relentless pressure throughout the late stages, this edition of the Sunday Main Event proved once again that the GG World Festival is where the real poker happens.
Event 317-M: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty]
Event 317-M: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty] brought another round of mystery-laced madness to GGPoker’s virtual felt, and this week’s edition packed plenty of fireworks. With a $55 buy-in and a generous $350,000 guarantee, the tournament smashed expectations as 9,512 entries swelled the prize pool to an eye-popping $481,307.20. Over 9 hours and 16 minutes, players chased both payouts and hidden bounties, with each elimination offering the potential for a game-changing envelope — and this week, several lives were changed in a single click.
As the final table narrowed, the last four players paused the action and agreed to a deal, locking in their payouts while leaving the remaining mystery bounties in play. When all was said and done, it was ‘xilefashi’ who claimed the official victory, earning $20,469.04 from the deal and boosting their haul with $3,820 in bounties. ‘hjkffggfg’ took second with a $16,485.13 payout and added $520 in bounty rewards. Third place went to ‘shanghai666’, who walked away with $14,885.22 and $368 in knockouts, while fourth place was earned by ‘Mikita Paulikau’ who earned $18,019.22 for their part of the chop along with $700 in bounties. But the spotlight belonged to the 353rd place finisher ‘Luckypokker’, whose $92.23 cash from the prize pool was dwarfed by a jaw-dropping $32,000 mystery bounty — the biggest envelope of the night — giving them a final total of $32,092.23.
How aggressive.
Event 326-M: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty]
Another mid-stakes Sunday showdown delivered big thrills and even bigger envelopes as Event 326-M: Sunday Showdown [Mystery Bounty] brought more suspense and surprise to the GGPoker grind. With a $55 buy-in and a $500,000 guarantee, this mystery bounty special drew an impressive 11,085 entries, pushing the prize pool to a hefty $560,901. Over the course of 9 hours and 50 minutes, players battled not just for payouts, but for that golden moment when an opened envelope could flip the script on their entire tournament.
Rising above the chaos was ‘OnglePKR’, who outlasted the massive field to secure the outright win and a tidy $28,650.02, along with $1,152 in bounty rewards for a $29,802.02 total. Runner-up ‘Cidzzz’ collected $21,479.98 and stacked on $1,424 in bounties, while third-place finisher ‘andreyvolkan’ scored $16,107.71 and added $2,412 to their total from knockouts. But the tournament’s wildest moment didn’t come at the final table — it came when ‘D Ermolenko’, finishing all the way down in 47th place for just $356.11 in regular prize money, pulled the tournament’s top envelope: a $37,000 mystery bounty. With total winnings of $38,158.11, it was a classic reminder that in this format, the biggest moments can come out of nowhere — and sometimes, a deep run is just the beginning of the real story.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Big Game
The Bounty Hunters Sunday Big Game delivered another thrilling installment this weekend, bringing over nine-and-a-half hours of non-stop action, pressure-packed spots, and bounty-hunting brilliance to GGPoker’s primetime slate. With a $215 buy-in and a $300,000 guarantee, the event pulled in 1,372 entries, which meant an overlay of $28,618.40, a great value boost for everyone lucky enough to take a seat. For 9 hours and 37 minutes, the virtual tables were alive with high-leverage showdowns, where every elimination came with both chips and cold, hard cash.
When the final bounty was claimed, it was ‘FoodMucker’ who climbed to the top, proving both relentless and efficient in the knockout arena. They earned $13,486.65 in prize money and stacked up an eye-popping $16,958.67 in bounties, bringing their total haul to a grand total of $30,445.32. Just behind was ‘Nikolay Ivanov’, who claimed $13,452.81 for second and scooped up an additional $4,708.01 in bounty rewards. Third place went to ‘Bob@Marley’, who collected $10,296.49 along with $2,944.34 in knockouts. With overlay equity, deep-pocketed aggression, and bounty swings that could turn anyone’s tournament around, the Sunday Big Game once again delivered on its name — and then some.
Event 325-H: GGMasters Bounty King
Event 325-H: GGMasters Bounty King returned with full force this weekend, bringing its trademark mix of intensity, aggression, and bounty-fueled volatility back to the GGPoker spotlight. With a $320 buy-in and a $400,000 guarantee, the tournament drew 1,32 entries to narrowly miss the mark, resulting in a $6,572.80 overlay, adding extra incentive for the field. For 10 hours and 5 minutes, the tournament delivered a fast-paced, nerve-wracking ride where every knockout meant a potential bankroll boost or a sudden end.
Emerging victorious was ‘Gabriel Medeiros’, who crushed the final table en route to a $22,580.58 main prize and a staggering $23,401.30 in bounties, good for a $45,981.88 total score. Just behind them was ‘Shunjiro Kita,’ who earned the $22,579.61 runner-up payout and added $12,498.08 in bounty money to their haul. Rounding out the top three, ‘LallamaQllama’ earned $17,941.69 plus $3,152.36 in knockouts. With high-level showdowns, overlay value, and swingy bounty dynamics, this week’s GGMasters Bounty King was a reminder of why it remains one of the most thrilling Sunday staples on the schedule.
The Weekender
Sunday’s edition of The Weekender continued its reign as the ultimate value-packed showdown for mid-stakes grinders, delivering big fields, big dreams, and even bigger payouts for just a $50 buy-in. With its player-friendly structure and a hefty $250,000 guarantee, the tournament brought in a total of 5,065 entries this weekend, leaving the prize pool with an impressive overlay of $17,010. It’s the kind of event that levels the playing field — low risk, high reward — and 998 survivors punched their ticket to Day 2 with visions of final-table glory and added value.
After six hours and 32 minutes of cerebral warfare, it was ‘Chrizz1312’ who rose above the pack, turning patience and precision into a $25,494.02 payday. Not far behind was ‘Yuuka1’, who secured $19,646.27 for their runner-up finish. Third place went to ‘Mathecf’, who turned their run into $15,149.37. With its deep structure and massive field, The Weekender continues to be the perfect proving ground for players looking to turn one weekend shot into a career-starting score.
The End of an Epic Weekend of Poker
From mystery bounties that instantly changed lives to overlay-infused value hunts and high-stakes mind games, this past weekend on GGPoker was nothing short of electric. With the GG World Festival continuing to set the tone for the online tournament world, players of all calibers — from low-stakes grinders to high-roller heavyweights — found their moment to shine. Every tournament told its own story: some were battles of endurance, a single envelope or knockout shaped others, and a few came down to razor-thin ICM decisions on star-studded final tables.
The Weekender gave us a lesson in bankroll-building consistency, the GGMasters Bounty King brought the heat for bounty specialists, and both editions of the Mystery Bounty Sunday Showdown reminded everyone that in this format, anyone can walk away a hero — even from well outside the top 100. Meanwhile, the Sunday Main Events delivered the kind of drama, precision, and prestige that continue to attract the best in the game.
This wrap-up is a snapshot of one epic weekend. But even with the GG World Festival coming to a close, GGPoker’s calendar is still stacked with can’t-miss events. Whether you’re chasing your first deep run or looking to add another trophy to the case, the next breakout moment is just one tournament away. The stories are just getting started.
So keep grinding, keep aiming high — and we’ll see you back here next week with more champions, more chaos, and more unforgettable poker.