Viet Nam, Hanoi
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RPT Championship IV 2026 | September 11 - 22, 2026 | Royal Poker Club Hanoi
The highly anticipated Asian poker series, the RPT Championship IV, will be held from September 11, 2026 to September 22, 2026 in the vibrant city of Hanoi at the prestigious Royal Poker Club, Vietnam. The festival offers an outstanding tournament schedule and massive prize pools, welcoming both local and international players to one of the region's most popular card rooms.
RPT Championship IV Highlight Events
The crown jewel of this two-week poker festival is the prestigious Main Event, which is expected to attract the finest players from across the region to the Vietnamese capital. The tournament venue is fully prepared to host massive fields, and record-breaking turnouts are anticipated across various high-stakes events scheduled throughout the series.
Poker and Travel Guide
If you would like to prepare thoroughly for local regulations and the legal background of playing here, make sure to read our detailed and regularly updated Vietnam poker guide. To enter the country, most foreign nationals must secure an electronic visa (e-visa) in advance, which is highly recommended to be sorted out at least a couple of weeks before departure. The city of Hanoi offers extraordinary culinary experiences, a vibrant nightlife, and highly affordable accommodation options right next to the poker room.
Past Results and Champions
The RPT series boasts a rich history and continuously growing attendance records in the Southeast Asian region. Below, we take a look at the key statistics and winners from the most recent stop.
Summary of the Previous RPT Championship III
The last stop, which was also hosted by the Royal Poker Club in the heart of Hanoi, brought massive success and thrilling poker action. An overwhelming, record-breaking field gathered at the tables, pushing the festival's total prize pool beyond an incredible VND 25,000,000,000. After an intense and highly tactical battle, the local favorite, Nguyen Anh Minh, emerged as the Main Event champion. The talented Vietnamese player captured the trophy and the glory, along with a massive top prize of VND 3,500,000,000.
For detailed statistics, payouts, and daily recaps, read our previous RPT Championship III full summary.
Past Champions
Here are the prominent champions of the previous festival who managed to triumph in some of the toughest fields:
The Venue: Royal Poker Club
The modern and premium-designed Royal Poker Club features more than 30 professional poker tables and excellent hospitality throughout the entire festival. To learn more about the room's location, player amenities, check out our official Royal Poker Club review.
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Located in the heart of Hanoi's Đống Đa district, Royal Poker Club is one of Vietnam's premier destinations for legal tournament poker. Known for its professional management and sophisticated gaming environment, the club attracts a diverse mix of local grinders and international players seeking a high-quality experience. As one of the newest rooms in the capital, it has quickly established itself as a strategic hub for major regional series, providing a spacious and well-lit stage for competitive play.
Why Royal Poker Club Hanoi?
Tournament Specialization: Operates under the supervision of the Vietnam Bridge and Poker Association, offering a fully legal framework focused on tournament sports.
Major Series Host: A frequent venue for prestigious international festivals such as the Vietnam International Poker Tour (VIPT) and the Royal Poker Tour Championship.
Professional Amenities: Features 34 tables, a dedicated livestream feature table, on-site currency exchange, and professional massage services.
GAMES
NLH & PLO
BUY-INS
840k – 8.8M+ VND
DISTRICT
Đống Đa
The Royal Tournament Experience
The poker action at Royal Poker Club is intense and exclusively tournament-driven, catering to Vietnam’s legal sports poker regulations. The club offers a robust daily schedule, typically featuring multiple tournaments from 10:00 AM until late evening, including satellites for main events and specialized high-guarantee structures. Players can expect a professional atmosphere with trained dealers and a rake structure that often includes early registration discounts.
During marquee festivals like the RPT Championship or Asian Poker Festival, the venue expands its footprint to host hundreds of international qualifiers. The club is particularly popular for its balanced mix of "DUKE" tournaments and billionaire-maker leaderboards, which keep the competition level high. While the primary language spoken is Vietnamese, the room is welcoming to international guests, and translation assistance is readily available from the well-groomed staff.
Venue Logistics
📍 Location: 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose building, 195 Kham Thien Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi City.
🏨 Accommodations: The club is conveniently located near several high-rated hotels, including the Melia Hanoi and Grand Vista Hanoi, providing easy transit for traveling players.
📝 Entry & Requirements: International visitors must present a valid original passport for membership registration. Note that a 10% tax is withheld on foreigner winnings.
About the Editor
Jessy is Somuchpoker's Technical Editor and Data Specialist, managing the live poker event database and publishing festival schedules for the site. A background in programming and data architecture shapes how he builds and maintains this database, with an emphasis on speed and accuracy.
