Women Poker News
Will She Do It Again? The Historic Quest of Shiina Okamoto

“Can She Make History? The Quest for a Three-Peat”
In the high-stakes arena of the World Series of Poker, some legends are born, but few are forged with the sustained dominance of Shiina Okamoto. After a historic back-to-back run that captured consecutive bracelets in 2024 and 2025, Okamoto now stands on the brink of an impossible milestone: becoming the first woman in history to win the Ladies Championship three times.
In poker, they say that to be the best, you have to beat the best. With the 2026 field more stacked than ever, the stage is set for a battle of titans. Will Okamoto secure her third bracelet, or will a new challenger rise to the occasion? Join us as we witness the quest for the ultimate hat trick.

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.

Chris Read: The “Poker Queen” Returns for the High Roller

Known in the poker world as the Poker Queen, Chris Read is a back-to-back LIPS_Tour National Champion, WPA Player of the Year, and global advocate for women in the game. With over $500,000 in earnings and a fourth-place finish at the WPT Ladies Championship, she’s back for the $2,500 Women In Poker High Roller—and ready to make another deep run.