Americas Cardroom's OSS XL Series Concludes with $50M in Guarantees and Standout Performances
Event summary
- Americas Cardroom concluded its OSS XL series on September 29, 2026, after 336 events and $50M in guarantees.
- Chris Moneymaker won the $15,400 NLH 8-Max event for $214,987.50 after finishing sixth in the $25,500 NLH 8-Max event for $78,285.
- Chris Moorman secured four titles across the series, including a $40,000 guaranteed Loncar Daily Double tournament.
- Rob Kuhn finished sixth in the $2,650 OSS XL Main Event, earning $107,322.25 from 1,069 entries.
- The next major tournament series, Dual Venom PKOs, begins October 4 with $5M guaranteed in NLH and $1.5M in PLO.
The big picture
Americas Cardroom's OSS XL series underscores the company's strategic focus on high-stakes, high-guarantee tournament series to drive player participation and revenue. The success of the series, particularly with standout performances from its pros, positions the company as a key player in the competitive online poker market. As the industry continues to evolve, Americas Cardroom's ability to innovate and maintain player trust will be critical to its long-term success.
What we're watching
- Player Retention
- How Americas Cardroom's ability to attract high-profile players like Moneymaker, Moorman, and Kuhn will affect long-term player engagement and series participation.
- Tournament Innovation
- Whether the company can sustain the momentum of high-guarantee events like the OSS XL and Dual Venom PKOs to maintain competitive differentiation.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which Americas Cardroom can expand its tournament offerings globally while maintaining profitability and player trust.