Danny McDonagh

Tournament Director for the return of the Aussie Millions in April 2026 and select APPT & WPT events.

[Crown Poker @CrownPoker]

MALCOLM TRAYNER | #AUSSIEMILLIONS26 MAIN EVENT CHAMPION

At just 26 years old, Malcolm Trayner has cemented his place in poker history, taking down the 2026 Aussie Millions Main Event!

Already a WSOP bracelet winner, Trayner now adds Australia’s most prestigious poker title to his growing resume after conquering the 770-entry field.

Trayner delivered when it mattered most, securing a career-defining victory and forever etching his name onto the legendary Aussie Millions champions list.

1 Malcolm Trayner $1,667,050
2 Dean Blatt $1,001,000
3 Dejan Boskovic $635,250
4 Sheldon Mayer $466,620
5 Ricky Vikas $346,500
6 Patrick Barba $269,500
7 Kanaan Youkhanna $211,750
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$10,600 Entry | 770 Entries | $7,700,000 total prize pool | 95 Places Paid

Aussie Millions:
https://t.co/pUfIuAS6UQ

*Open to Crown Rewards Members who are 18+ and not prohibited from the casino or any Crown property for any reason. Full T&Cs here https://t.co/0QsHfbEh1X For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit https://t.co/EOUF7kFEbW

[Danny McDonagh @DannyMcDonagh]

Day 13 of the Aussie Millions brings the heat with Frankie B on the floor as three new champions are crowned and the trophies find their new homes. 🏆🔥🃏

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Frankie B goes one-on-one with Kei Tanaka - an exclusive glimpse into his $25K Challenge #AussieMillions26 experience.

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https://t.co/bgSbjvMk19

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@CrownPoker Thank you Frank and to all the players and Crown staff for your birthday messages!!

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🎉 Happy Birthday to Danny McDonagh, #AussieMillions26 Tournament Director 2026 - let’s celebrate the man behind the magic! 🎥🃏

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Day 3 with Frankie B at the #AussieMillions26 and the action is heating up!
From the grind of the H.O.R.S.E. event to the big personalities around the tables, we’re bringing you all the best moments from inside the tournament floor.

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#AUSSIEMILLIONS26 | Event #2: $2.5K H.O.R.S.E

The first champion of Aussie Millions 2026 has been crowned, with Sascha Manns taking down Event #2: $2,500 H.O.R.S.E for $43,200.

The mixed-game format drew a tough, seasoned field, stacked with experienced pros and poker veterans, all battling across the five disciplines. Manns navigated the rotations with consistency and composure, proving his all-round game to claim the title and trophy.

Aussie Millions:
https://t.co/pUfIuAS6UQ

*Open to Crown Rewards Members who are 18+ and not prohibited from the casino or any Crown property for any reason. Full T&Cs here https://t.co/0QsHfbEh1X For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit https://t.co/EOUF7kFEbW

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#AussieMillions26 | Monday 27 April 2026

A $2,787,200 prize pool will be awarded from today after our Opening Event exploded from the final 2 flights.

🕐12.10PM | Event 1: Opening Event Day 2
355/2144 players returning. Top 268 paid. Min cash $2.8K.

Up top $438,400 + Aussie Millions trophy.
Day 2 seat draw to be posted shortly.

🕐2.10PM | Event 3: $5K Six-Max Day 1
$5,000 entry | 250K starting stack | 60 min levels
Aussie Millions:
https://t.co/CSGH2JRHiZ
*Open to Crown Rewards Members who are 18+ and not prohibited from the casino or any Crown property for any reason. Full T&Cs here https://t.co/0QsHfbEh1X For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit https://t.co/EOUF7kFEbW

[Crown Poker @CrownPoker]

🔥 GUARANTEE SMASHED HALFWAY THROUGH 1B 🔥

AS OF 4.50PM...460+ ENTRIES IN OPENING EVENT DAY 1B

💥 860+ TOTAL CURRENT ENTRIES
💰 Prizepool currently: $1.1M+

➡️ Day 1B: Late registration open until ~7.30PM
➡️ Day 1C: Tomorrow (Sun 26 April 2026 | 12.10PM)
➡️ Day 1D (Turbo Flight): Sun 26 April 2026 | 6.10PM

[Danny McDonagh @DannyMcDonagh]

Looking good to push $2,000,000. Main Event already over $2,000,000 in unique satty entries.

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Opener is 1M GTD!

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Press play on a high‑energy throwback as Frankie B takes us through the history of #AussieMillions26 in our latest video. It’s a fast shuffle through big hands, bold plays and the iconic moments that made this tournament legendary. Go all in, feel the buzz, and enjoy a winning dose of nostalgia!

[Danny McDonagh @DannyMcDonagh]

Another 10 seat GTD on Thursday!

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1 week
7 days
168 hours
10080 minutes

#AussieMillions26 RETURNS

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Last big Main Event guarantee before the Aussie Millions starts 24th April!

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10 DAYS TO GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO UNTIL #AUSSIEMILLIONS26

SO LET'S HAVE ANOTHER 10 SEATER THIS SATURDAY!!!!!!!

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Want an #AussieMillions26 seat???

Well we’ve got 10 GUARANTEED going today!!

At 12:10pm it’s all kicking off 💥