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Haim Struol Triumphs at 2026 Israeli Federation Cup Main Event
- Haim Struol wins the 2026 Israeli Federation Cup Main Event, earning €58,680.
- Maxim Ron’shin and Guy Zeevi secure victories in prominent side events.
- The festival saw 2,290 entries, boasting a €389,300 prize pool.
Haim Struol won the 2026 Israeli Federation Cup Main Event in Bratislava, earning 58,680€ after a three-way deal. The festival featured 2,290 entries and diverse side event winners, including Maxim Ron’shin and Guy Zeevi.
The Israeli Federation Cup concluded its January 2026 residency at Banco Casino Bratislava with a massive turnout for its flagship tournament.
From January 19 to January 26, the festival brought together a large international field to compete for significant prize pools.
The Main Event served as the centerpiece of the week, drawing 2,290 entries and generating a total prize pool of 389,300€.
The Main Event saw intense competition as the field narrowed to the final few tables. Once play reached the final three participants, the remaining players negotiated a three-way deal to redistribute the top prizes.
Haim Struol emerged as the official champion, securing a payout of 58,680€. Mladen Stojanovic finished in second place, taking home 37,917€, while Antonino Karman rounded out the top three with a prize of 35,203€.
The final table showcased a mix of tactical play and high-stakes pressure typical of the Federation Cup atmosphere.
Main Event Top 5 Prizes
|
Rank |
Player | Payout (€) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haim Struol | 58,680 |
| 2 | Mladen Stojanovic | 37,917 |
| 3 | Antonino Karman | 35,203 |
| 4 | Chaim David Einbinder | 20,650 |
| 5 | Maoz Izhak Tenenbaum | 16,200 |
Side Event Champions and Highlights
The festival schedule featured various formats, including Pot Limit Omaha and High Roller events. International players and local specialists shared the winner's circle throughout the week.
Maxim Ron'shin from Ukraine secured the title in the €200 + 25 Pot Limit Omaha Championship. His performance in the four-card variant highlighted the diverse skill sets present at the tournament.
In the €450 + 50 No Limit Hold'em High Roller, Guy Zeevi from Israel claimed the top spot, outlasting a competitive field in the highest buy-in event of the series.
Mixed Games and Deepstack Results
Peter Podivínsky represented Slovakia on the winner's list by taking down the €90 + 10 No Limit Hold'em/Pot Limit Omaha mixed event. Following this, Omri Mechetner won the €135 + 15 No Limit Hold'em event, and Michael Lapitski took the top prize in the €135 + 15 No Limit Hold'em Deepstack.
The series concluded with the €180 + 20 No Limit Hold'em IPF Last Chance tournament. Assaf Zeharia won this final event, ensuring a strong finish for the Israeli contingent in Bratislava.
Israeli Federation Cup Side Event Champions
- PLO Championship: Maxim Ron'shin (Ukraine)
- High Roller: Guy Zeevi (Israel)
- NLH/PLO Mixed: Peter Podivínsky (Slovakia)
- NLH Standard: Omri Mechetner (Israel)
- Deepstack: Michael Lapitski (Israel)
- IPF Last Chance: Assaf Zeharia (Israel)
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