Creator TV Sports™ Launches Creator Poker Championship on CBS Sports Network

Creator Poker Championship: A New Era of Competitive Entertainment

The anticipated Creator Poker Championship is officially making its way to the small screen, as it prepares to premiere on the CBS Sports Network. This transition from a live-streamed event to a well-produced television series marks a significant milestone for Creator TV Sports™, a label dedicated to showcasing original programming in the entertainment industry.

Set to air in two parts on May 15, 2026, Part 1 of the championship will run from 9 to 10 PM EDT, followed by Part 2 from 10 to 11 PM EDT. Produced in collaboration with the esteemed World Poker Tour®, this unique format blends the worlds of gaming, sports, and entertainment, designed to captivate a wide audience.

The series features a diverse lineup of creators, boasting personalities like King Bach, Wengie, Daphnique Springs, Evelyn Gonzalez, Billy Love, and Soy Nguyen. Each brings their own flair and engagement to the competition, reflecting the diverse nature of the creator economy. This competition promises to deliver high-stakes moments and engaging narratives, appealing to both avid poker fans and casual viewers alike.

As Joe Ochoa, Co-Founder and General Manager of Creator TV®, expressed, "This is a defining moment for Creator TV Sports™. We are witnessing the evolution of a format tailored for streaming platforms as it expands into national sports television, further validating our operational model."

The Creator Poker Championship is not just about poker; it represents a holistic approach to content creation, where creator-led formats are becoming significant players within franchise properties. The show is structured for episodic storytelling and repeat viewership, which is ideal for both linear television and digital platforms.

Through its original programming, Creator TV Sports™ fosters a community where brand participation is vital. By partnering with renowned entities like the World Poker Tour®, the network seamlessly integrates this competition-based series designed for cross-platform distribution and revenue opportunities. This innovative approach paves the way for various future properties, including the soon-to-be-launched Creator Pickleball Tour and several other competition formats currently under development.

The launch of the Creator Poker Championship solidifies Creator TV Sports™ as a key studio for creator-led content, extending beyond the conventional boundaries of digital media into the robust realm of television. The intersection of competitive gaming, sports entertainment, and the creator economy marks an exciting chapter for audiences seeking authenticity and engaging narratives.

For more information about the Creator Poker Championship, tune in on CBS Sports Network or visit creatortvsports.com to get updates and behind-the-scenes content.

About Creator TV Sports™

The Creator Television Sports® label is a pioneering initiative under Creator Television®, the first creator-led streaming network. It aims to infuse the vibrant energy and spontaneous storytelling of social media into television formats. The brand includes original competitions, live events, and franchises that leverage the talents of internet-native creators partnered with established sports entities, thus blending creative stakes with television-scale production. Sabio Holdings, the parent company, is a recognized leader in connected television advertising technology, providing a backbone of innovative technology that supports the creation and distribution of compelling content.

For more about the Creator Television network and its operations, visit sabioctv.com.