Leonore “Leo” Margets is the first woman to reach the WSOP Main Event final table since Barbara Enright 30 years ago.

The final table of the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event is a historic one, as for the first time in 30 years a woman is among the final nine players competing for poker’s most coveted prize.

Leonore “Leo” Margets, a professional poker player from Barcelona, Spain, will be only the second woman in WSOP history to play at the WSOP Main Event final table since Poker Hall of Fame inductee Barbara Enright finished in fifth place in 1995.

Making the Final Nine of the 2025 WSOP Main Event, Margets has secured at least $1 million in prize money, adding to her over $2 million in recorded live tournament winnings.

Achieving a historic accomplishment that is an overwhelming positive for the game of poker, Margets has an opportunity to make even more history by potentially being the first woman ever to win the WSOP Main Event.

Claiming her lone WSOP bracelet in the $1,500 No Limit Hold’em – The Closer tournament at the 2021 WSOP ($376,850 top prize), Margets’ second career bracelet may be the most prestigious one a poker player can win.

With 16 players remaining during Day 8 of the 2025 WSOP Main Event, nearly the entirety of Margets’ chip stack would enter the pot preflop as she called off a three-bet all-in by Sergio Veloso. Holding pocket jacks to Veloso’s ace-king offsuit, despite an ace arriving on the flop, Margets hit a runner-runner flush to give her not only the chips but the momentum needed to reach the WSOP Main Event final table.

Interviewed by PokerGO sideline reporter Jeff Platt moments after officially reaching the WSOP Main Event final table, Margets, surrounded by adoring supporters, was all smiles as she reflected on her achievement.

“It’s so unreal, it is a dream,” Margets said. “I’m so glad that I’m cheering (with my rail), it means so much. How lucky I am to live this!”

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The final table of the 2025 WSOP Main Event will resume at the Las Vegas Horseshoe and Paris on Tuesday, July 15th with action beginning at 1:30 P.M. local time. Poker fans and players can watch the action on PokerGO, as well as on the PokerGO YouTube channel.

GeoLocs, the industry-leading geolocation product developed by mkodo, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Green Brick Labs to launch Maverick Games, an emerging operator in the online gaming sector. This collaboration reinforces GeoLocs’ commitment to supporting operators with robust, regulation-ready geolocation services that deliver a smooth and secure player experience.

Through this partnership, Maverick Games will utilise GeoLocs’ advanced geolocation platform to ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements in regulated markets, while providing a seamless user journey across web and mobile environments.

“We’re delighted to be partnering with Maverick Games,” said Will Whitehead, Commercial Director at mkodo. “They bring an exciting and fresh perspective to the iGaming space, and we’re proud to support their expansion with a solution that not only meets regulatory demands but also puts the player experience front and centre.”

GeoLocs is designed specifically for the iGaming industry and benefits from over 13 years of experience in supporting operators and platform providers across regulated markets in North America, Latin America, and beyond. The platform is certified by GLI and the AGCO, and holds ISO 27001 accreditation—offering operators a secure, scalable, and regulator-approved solution for location verification.

Maverick Games is known for its innovative outlook and dedication to creating a user-first betting experience. As the brand continues to grow and enter new regulated markets, having a trusted geolocation partner was a critical requirement.

“Our goal is to build a product and brand that players love and trust,” said Matt Rathbun, CEO at Green Brick Labs. “To do that, we need partners who share our values of innovation, integrity and great UX. GeoLocs stood out for its reputation, proven track record in regulated markets, and the ease of integration. We’re excited about what we can achieve together.”

GeoLocs continues to expand its global reach, enabling operators to meet regulatory requirements while delivering exceptional experiences to players wherever they’re licensed to operate.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”, “CDI”, “we”) announced today that it has signed definitive agreements to acquire a majority of the outstanding equity interests (the “Salem Transaction”) of a Salem, New Hampshire joint venture (“Casino Salem”) with the right to develop a charitable gaming, entertainment and dining destination featuring historical horse racing machines (“HRMs”).

Casino Salem is located at The Mall at Rockingham Park, which is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Boston. Prominent local developers Joe Faro and Sal Lupoli will maintain ownership in Casino Salem, ensuring their experience remains central to the development and future success of this new venue.

The initial phase of Casino Salem opened on July 9th with approximately 100 HRMs and 13 live table games. Over the coming months, CDI will finalize plans and commence construction of the future phases of the project including a rebranding of the venue, an expansion of the gaming floor, and several food and beverage concepts.

“New Hampshire is an exciting opportunity, and this transaction – and our new partnership with Joe Faro and Sal Lupoli – allows us to develop a regional destination to draw patrons to Salem from across the growing New England market,” said Bill Carstanjen, Chief Executive Officer of CDI. “We look forward to sharing more about our plans to build an expanded, state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment facility in Salem and to support charitable organizations throughout New Hampshire.”

“We are thrilled to move forward in partnership with Churchill Downs, one of the country’s preeminent gaming and entertainment operators,” said Joe Faro and Sal Lupoli. “With our vision for Salem, we remain committed to driving economic stimulus to our local economy, creating new jobs, and increasing tourism while delivering a world-class destination that will create lasting benefits for the community for decades.”

Separately from Casino Salem, CDI will continue to operate its Chasers Poker Room in Salem.

The Company will finance the Salem Transaction using its existing credit facility. Closing of the Transaction is subject to usual and customary closing conditions, including receipt of approval by the New Hampshire Lottery Commission. The Transaction is anticipated to close during the third quarter of 2025.