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The $2,500 Women’s High Roller at The Venetian Proves One Thing: Women in Poker Are Just Getting Started

The inaugural $2,500 Women’s High Roller at The Venetian wasn’t just a success — it was a statement. With a six-figure guarantee, over 40,000 livestream views, and a first-class venue, the event set a new standard for what women’s poker can and should look like. This is what happens when media, money, and support align.

Day 2 Begins at the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller: 39 Players Remain in a Record-Setting Field

The largest Women’s High Roller in history continues today at The Venetian with 39 players left, a record prize pool, and a structure worthy of championship-level play. Day 2 plays to the final 7, with a live-streamed finale set for June 24.

Ruth Hall’s Ladies Week Run Comes with a Personal Dedication

Ruth Hall’s run in the $2,500 Venetian Women’s High Roller carries more than competitive weight. After losing her husband earlier this year, she’s playing this one with heart and purpose. With 168,000 chips and a shot at the final table, Ruth stands not only as a contender but as a symbol of strength, love, and legacy in the game. As she quietly dedicated this run to him, one thing was clear: this one is for you.

History Made: The LIPS Women in Poker High Roller Becomes the Largest High Roller Event for Women

With a record-breaking prize pool and a star-studded field, the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller at the Venetian wasn’t just the biggest high roller for women in history—it was a turning point. Powered by Lupe Soto’s decades-long mission and amplified by Women Poker News, this event proved what happens when women are seen, supported, and celebrated on poker’s biggest stages.

Tomorrow’s the Day: Women in Poker High Roller Kicks Off at the Venetian

The $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller kicks off June 22 at 12:10 PM at the Venetian Poker Room. As the only High Roller Ladies Event during Ladies Week, it offers a $100K guarantee and a historic chance for women to lead the action—and the spotlight.

Jennifer Dennis aka PokerinHD — Triple the Life, Triple the Grit

Jennifer Dennis—known online as PokerinHD—is a mother of triplets, a WSOP breakout star, and now a contender in the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller. From home games in Norman, Oklahoma to six-figure finishes on the biggest stage, she’s proving that grit, patience, and real-life experience are unbeatable skills at the table.

Tina Stafford aka Pkrqt — A Veteran Voice for Women in the Game

Tina Stafford, known as Pkrqt, has been a dedicated voice in women’s poker for over two decades. As a WPA Advocate and lifelong supporter of women in the game, she continues to lead with presence, purpose, and quiet strength. This June, she takes her seat at the $2,500 Women’s High Roller at the Venetian—reminding us all what it means to show up, play big, and stay true.

Beth Gains Isn’t Just Playing — She’s Leading a Cultural Rebellion at the Felt

Beth Gains—aka Betyamama—isn’t just showing up to the $2,500 Women’s High Roller at the Venetian. She’s bringing a legacy of advocacy, a sharp poker game, and a cultural pulse that turns every appearance into a statement. From the WSOP Seniors Event to the Oscars red carpet, she’s proof that women in poker aren’t just playing—they’re leading.

Who Will Be the Last Woman Standing? $2,500 Seat and WPA Trophy on the Line

Join the WPA at the Charity Series of Poker on June 13 at The Stirling Club in Las Vegas. Enjoy exclusive perks, compete for over $15K in prizes, and support a great cause. Not a member yet? Now’s the perfect time to join the Women’s Poker Association and be part of the action.