Antonio Galiana Secures Third WSOP Bracelet as Benjamin Rolle Leads Millionaire Maker

The World Series of Poker Online on GGPoker continues to define the poker landscape in September 2026, showcasing both legendary consistency and massive player fields. Spanish professional Antonio Galiana has once again proven his elite status by capturing his third career gold bracelet. Competing under the screen name ImTheBest, Galiana outlasted a field of 2,699 entrants in the $600 Super Six Bounty 6-Handed No-Limit Hold'em event. This victory marks his third major title since his breakout year in 2024, proving his prowess in the digital arena matches his live tournament skills.

While Galiana celebrates his hat-trick, the poker community is closely watching the conclusion of the $1,500 Millionaire Maker. Austrian high-stakes legend Benjamin Rolle, widely known as Bencb, has put on a masterclass performance to reach the final table as the commanding chip leader. With 127 big blinds, Rolle holds a significant advantage over his closest competitor, Adrian Strobel, who returns with 67 big blinds. The stakes are immense, with a top prize of $1,366,929 awaiting the winner, alongside a prestigious gold bracelet and a travel package to the Bahamas.

Numbers and facts

Galiana's victory in the Super Six Bounty earned him a total of $155,340, which included $69,972 in bounties. The total prize pool for this specific event reached $1,538,430. In terms of sheer volume, the ¥800 WSOP Asia Championship was the weekend's standout, attracting 35,095 entries and creating a prize pool of approximately $3.8 million. The winner, a Belarusian player using the handle Fartu_Masti_Bro, took home roughly $440,000. Additionally, Roland Rokita from Austria secured his second career bracelet in the $1,000 Five Card Pot-Limit Omaha event, earning $106,192 after defeating 755 opponents.

"Galiana won his first bracelet in 2024. He was the last player standing in the $2,500 No-Limit Hold'em Freezeout in Las Vegas, a result worth $439,395." - Matthew Pitt, Senior Editor at PokerNews

Background

Antonio Galiana's trajectory since 2024 has been remarkable. After his initial victory in Las Vegas, he followed up just 12 months later by winning a $5,000 8-Max event for over $582,000. His third bracelet, achieved online, highlights the versatility required in the modern era of professional poker. The collaboration between the WSOP and GGPoker has successfully transitioned the prestige of the live series to the online world. As an added incentive, all champions in this online series receive a $30,000 Super Pass, granting them entry into the WSOP Paradise Super Main Event scheduled for December 2026.

Why it matters for German players

For players based in Germany, participating in international high-stakes online tournaments remains a complex issue due to the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 (GlüStV 2021). Licensed German operators must adhere to strict regulations, including the €1,000 monthly deposit limit enforced via the LUGAS system. Furthermore, the €1 per spin limit for virtual slots illustrates the rigorous regulatory environment, even though poker operates under different betting structures. Players using platforms not listed on the official GGL whitelist lack the legal protections offered by German law. Many top-tier professionals like Benjamin Rolle often operate from jurisdictions like Austria to access global player pools and higher stakes not currently feasible under local German licensing.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

The massive participation numbers for events like the Millionaire Maker and Asia Championship demonstrate a robust global demand for poker. German-licensed operators face the challenge of providing a competitive product while maintaining the high standards of player protection required by the GGL. The difficulty of integrating with international liquidity pools due to current legislation remains a hurdle for the domestic market. However, the presence of German players like Marcel Kessler at international final tables shows that the talent pool remains strong. For GGL-licensed sites, focusing on security and local trust is paramount as they compete for the attention of recreational players within the legal framework.