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WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus 2026 Cancelled as Pressure Mounts on Live Poker in Cyprus

By Pessi Lamm

24 Mar 2026

Pessi Lamm 24 Mar 2026

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WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus 2026 has been cancelled.
Cancellation signals ongoing disruption in Cyprus live poker scene.
Players advised to monitor future updates closely.

Merit Royal Hotel misses out on April WSOP Super Circuit stop (credit: merithotels.com / WSOP.com)

The WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus 2026 stop has been cancelled, removing another live festival from the Eastern Mediterranean poker calendar. The event had been expected to run from late April into mid-May in Kyrenia.

More Than a One-Off Cancellation

On its own, a cancelled poker stop is newsworthy but not unusual. What makes this one more notable is that it follows another high-profile disruption in Cyprus, suggesting that the pressure on live events in the region is not isolated.

WPT’s Move Had Already Raised Concerns

The clearest warning sign came when WPT Prime Cyprus was postponed earlier this month. Once one major operator changed plans, it became easier to see how other festivals on the island could face the same problem if conditions did not improve.

Cyprus Schedule Takes Another Hit

Cyprus has become a recognizable stop for international live poker, so losing a WSOP-branded series affects more than one festival. It also raises fresh questions about whether other operators will keep their events in place or adopt a wait-and-see approach.

Players Left Watching for Further Changes

The key issue now is whether more Cyprus-based events face delays, postponements, or cancellations. For players, the safest approach is to watch official updates closely before committing to flights, accommodation, and buy-in plans.