PrizePicks has unveiled its second annual World Championship, scheduled for November 17 in Atlanta, designed for fantasy sports fans and celebrities alike.
This exciting event will bring together big names like Stephen A. Smith, UFC’sean O’Malley, comedian Druski, and defending champion Kyle Forgeard. Participants will face off in a high-energy competition, focusing on NFL Sunday games as they craft winning lineups. Fans can join by sharing PrizePicks moments online, with select winners attending the event in Atlanta for a chance at a $1 million prize.
A showdown among stars:
The much-anticipated PrizePicks World Championship is a unique, one-day, winner-takes-all event where prominent figures from sports and entertainment gather to demonstrate their fantasy sports expertise. This high-stakes competition centers on NFL Sunday games, pushing participants to assemble the ultimate 6-Pick Flex lineups to achieve the top payout.
UFC star Sean "Suga" O'Malley expressed his excitement for the PrizePicks World Championship, calling it an incredible opportunity for fans to engage. He emphasized that fans get the chance to not only join in on the fantasy action but also experience the live atmosphere in Atlanta, cheering on alongside their favorite personalities as the games unfold.
Beyond celebrity matchups, PrizePicks is making the championship highly interactive by inviting fans to join in. Running a casting call on X, Instagram, and TikTok from October 28 to November 6, fans can enter by posting their favorite PrizePicks win or moment with the hashtag #PrizePicksW. Twelve selected winners will be flown to Atlanta to participate in the event, competing for a team prize of $100,000 and a chance at $1 million the following week.
Defending champion Kyle Forgeard is set to reclaim his title, saying he’s “all business” and aiming to secure the top spot again this year.
Celebrity comedian Druski, known as ‘Druski Mahomes’ for his sharp picks, praised the unique event, thrilled about fans winning an all-expense-paid trip to Atlanta for the showdown. Confident in his predictions, Druski added, “I want everyone to win...when the time comes, I’m going 6 for 6. Always more, never less!” He looks forward to sharing his strategy with the fans riding on his picks.
Fans who can't attend the championship in person can still join in on the excitement online. By visiting PrizePicks.com/PPWC, they can choose a team to support. If their chosen team wins, fans receive a free $50 lineup with a chance to win up to $5,000. This feature opens the event to a global audience, letting fans everywhere experience the thrill and potentially earn rewards.