WSOP Circuit Thunder Valley Kicks Off on Jan 15

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By Mrinal Gujare
06 Jan 2026
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  • WSOP Circuit returns to Lincoln, CA, Jan 15-26, 2026.
  • $1,700 Main Event title captured by Akbar Zamani in 2025.
  • Thunder Valley Casino hosts events like senior, monster stacks, and high rollers.
WSOP Circuit Thunder Valley
The 2026 WSOP Circuit schedule confirms a January 15-26 stop at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, California. Players compete across ring events and high rollers, culminating in the $1,700 Main Event won in 2025 by Akbar Zamani for $187,882.

Lincoln, California, will host the World Series of Poker Circuit from January 15 to 26, 2026. Thunder Valley Casino Resort serves as the official venue for the twelve-day series. The stop provides local and traveling players the opportunity to win gold rings across multiple poker disciplines.
The previous 2025 WSOPC Thunder Valley $1,700 Main Event concluded with Akbar Zamani winning the title. Zamani outlasted 676 entrants to claim the $187,882 top prize. Notable for his quick rise, this win was just the second live tournament cash for Zamani.

Players can find the action at 1200 Athens Ave, Lincoln, CA 95648. The schedule includes a mix of senior events, monster stacks, and high roller options leading up to the Main Event flights.

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