The Circuit Returns: Luca Bernardi Wins the Unibet Open Paris Main Event for €115,000

Live poker in Paris is booming, and the Unibet Open is back to claim its piece of the action. Marking a historic return for the beloved tournament circuit, the Unibet Festival Paris 2026 took over the Partouche Casino Club for a week of record-breaking action. 

Partnering with the renowned Texapoker team, the festival delivered massive fields across the board, culminating in an unforgettable €1,100 Main Event. Emerging from the massive pack of hopefuls was Italian pro Luca Bernardi, who lifted the trophy and walked away with a massive €115,000 payday.

The Unibet Festival schedule was meticulously designed to keep the tables packed from the opening day to the final river card.

Before the Main Event took center stage, the room was buzzing with massive side-event action. The festival featured a diverse lineup, including a €400 Mystery Cup, a €2,200 High Roller, and several "Super Daily" knockout tournaments. The UDSO event alone proved the massive appetite for Unibet tournaments in France, generating nearly 1,000 entries. But the ultimate glory was reserved for the flagship event.