ClubWPT Gold Ceased Nevada Poker Operations
The sweepstakes-based poker platform announced its departure from the Nevada market this week.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Casino
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ClubWPT Gold has officially ended its online poker operations in Nevada following regulatory action within the state. The site, which continues to operate in 41 other states, has set an October deadline for users to clear their remaining account balances.
Why it matters
The closure limits the available platforms for online poker in Nevada, where WSOP Online currently serves as the only licensed operator. The move follows months of friction between the site and tournament officials regarding player conduct and branding.
The platform previously offered a $1 million bonus for winning a WSOP bracelet and continues to host major events like the $3 million guaranteed prize pool tournament at the Wynn.
The players
ClubWPT Gold
This online platform operates a sweepstakes-based poker model across 41 states.
Wynn Las Vegas
This resort is scheduled to host the upcoming Super Gold Million tournament in December 2026.
Jesse Yaginuma
A professional poker player who was banned for life by the WSOP following chip-dumping allegations.
James Carroll
A professional poker player who received a lifetime ban from the WSOP for chip-dumping violations.
WSOP
The World Series of Poker manages major international poker tournaments and regulates player conduct.
The details
ClubWPT Gold utilizes a sweepstakes-based model where players purchase hand analysis to receive free chips for gameplay. The company's exit follows a period of heightened scrutiny during the 2026 WSOP, where players were barred from wearing platform-branded patches.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: ClubWPT Gold announced its withdrawal from the Nevada market.
September 28, 2026: The final deadline for Nevada players to participate in poker games.
October 2, 2026: The cutoff date for users to withdraw remaining account balances.
December 2026: The WPT will host the Super Gold Million tournament at the Wynn Las Vegas.
Industry Dynamics
This exit highlights the friction between alternative online poker models and established gaming jurisdictions in the U.S. The move follows the 2026 WSOP branding restrictions that prohibited participants from wearing ClubWPT Gold patches.
Nevada players must cease game participation by September 28 and are required to withdraw their account balances by October 2, 2026. After these deadlines, the platform will no longer provide access to its poker services for residents of the state.
The takeaway
Nevada players should ensure they withdraw their funds before the October 2 deadline to avoid account issues. This withdrawal underscores the importance of monitoring the regulatory status of sweepstakes-based gaming sites in specific states.
Further reading
For more on the regional regulatory environment, visit Nevada Casino.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Pokernews.
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