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PokerStars Launches First Express Path Power Tournament of 2026

Skip the grind and go straight to the final—this high-stakes tournament hands out Gold, Silver, and Bronze Passes. Will you claim a $10K prize?

In this image there are people sitting on benches and playing cards.
In this image there are people sitting on benches and playing cards.

PokerStars Launches First Express Path Power Tournament of 2026

PokerStars has announced its first Express Path Power tournament of 2026. Scheduled for Sunday, January 11, the event offers players a fast track to the final stage of the Power Path ladder. The competition will award over $50,000 in Power Passes to winners.

The tournament begins at 15:10 ET, with three ways to enter. Players can buy in directly, use a $55 Express Path Power ticket, or qualify via a $55 Step 4 Power Path ticket. The prize pool includes two Gold Passes, each worth $10,300, as the top rewards.

Five Silver Passes valued at $2,500 and 158 Bronze Passes worth $109 will also be distributed. Unlike standard events, the Express Path Power lets participants skip earlier stages and go straight to the final. Another key feature is the flexibility to hold and save Power Passes for future tournaments.

The event guarantees a minimum of $50,000 in Power Pass prizes. Winners will receive passes that can be used in later releases, adding long-term value. Registration remains open until the start time on January 11.

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