Hanoi Series of Poker (HSOP) Announces 2026 Grinder Series with VND 50 Billion Guaranteed

After a hiatus of nearly two years, the Hanoi Series of Poker (HSOP) is making its highly anticipated return. Tournament organizers have officially revealed the HSOP Grinder Series 2026 , scheduled to run from July 2 to July 13, at the Grand Plaza Hotel in Hanoi, Vietnam .

The comeback festival features a massive VND 50 billion (~USD 1.9 million) in total guaranteed prize pools. The cornerstone of the series is a flagship Main Event featuring an accessible buy-in of VND 16.5 million (~USD 625) and a hefty VND 12 billion (~USD 455,000) guarantee.

HSOP Early Bird Packages (High Roller Series)

For players planning an extensive schedule in Hanoi, HSOP is focusing heavily on its premium Early Bird High Roller Series incentives, giving serious players a chance to secure real value before cards get in the air.

The Ultimate High Roller Package covers entry into ten premier events, including the Superstar Challenge, Super High Roller, and High Roller Megastack. Normally priced at VND 313,500,000 (~USD 11,910) , players who book early pay just VND 299,250,000 (~USD 11,368), resulting in an immediate savings of VND 14,250,000 (~USD 540).

Alternatively, players can choose the Custom Package to tailor their own grind by selecting any five High Roller events, provided the list includes the Superstar Challenge. By opting for this custom path, players secure a fifty percent discount on the tournament rake across those specific events.

In addition to direct buy-in savings, all Early Bird package holders receive complimentary airport pick-up service and an exclusive HSOP welcome merchandise package. These exclusive promotions are limited to the first thirty packages and require reservation and payment completion by June 30, 2026, via bank transfer.

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For the complete schedule and event details, visit Somuchpoker .

Hanoi Open Special Boosted Kicks Off Opening Week

Serving as the opening event from July 2 to July 5, the Hanoi Open Special Boosted gives players an immediate target. With a buy-in of VND 3.4 million (~USD 130), it carries a VND 4 billion (~USD 152,000) guarantee, which equals roughly 1,333 entries across six opening flights.

Early flight leaders on Days 1A through 1D will also collect chip leader bonuses ranging from VND 7 million up to VND 15 million. Furthermore, the first six players to register before the start of a flight receive a free rake waiver.

Backed by Major Vietnam Poker League Sponsorship

The entire series is officially sponsored by the Vietnam Poker League (VPL). This partnership ensures solid tournament execution, reliable structures, and trustworthy payouts for the duration of the twelve-day run.

For players looking to jump back into the Southeast Asian live poker circuit, the HSOP Grinder Series represents an ideal blend of value and selection.

VPL’s backing carries immense weight following the historic success of VPL III 2026 , which ran from April 29 to May 11, 2026, at the exact same Grand Plaza Hotel venue. Rejuvenated by the “WE ARE BACK!” slogan, that festival completely shattered records:

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Recap

Duy Thuc Nguyen Claims VPL III Main Event Title; China’s Lei Li Finishes as Series Top Earner

Full recap of the VPL III 2026 in Hanoi, Vietnam. Duy Thuc Nguyen wins the Main Event, while China's Lei Li finishes as the series' highest earner.

05/16/2026

For additional information about the HSOP Grinder Series 2026, event schedules, or Early Bird packages, players can contact HSOP/VPL through its official channels.

• HSOP Facebook
• VPL Facebook
• VPL Instagram

All photos courtesy of HSOP.