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PokerStars LIVE’s PHP 152.5 Million (~US$ 2.7M) guaranteed APPT Manila Championship sets sail in a week

PokerStars LIVE’s PHP 152.5 Million (~US$ 2.7M) guaranteed APPT Manila Championship sets sail in a week

Amongst this year’s major stops is PokerStars LIVE’s highly awaited Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Manila Championship, set to run its course this coming October 18-27. The flagship tour of the well established brand, has had its hold on the scene as early as 2007, and has since bumped up its offerings to now a colossal PHP 152,500,000 (~USD 2.7 Million) in guaranteed prizes. 
10/10/2024
Second Edition of Won Poker Cup in Sihanoukville More Than $1M in Guarantees

Second Edition of Won Poker Cup in Sihanoukville More Than $1M in Guarantees

From November 22 until December 2, 2024, the Won Poker Cup returns for the second installment at the lavish Won Majestic Hotel in Sihanoukville. A total of 14 different tournaments and 12 satellites await in the Kingdom of Cambodia with more than $1 million in guaranteed prize pools.
10/10/2024
CTP Club Gears Up for Inaugural TMT Championship End Of October

CTP Club Gears Up for Inaugural TMT Championship End Of October

For the first time, the beloved homegrown Taiwan Millions Tournament will stage its first ever TMT Championship, taking place from October 25 until November 4, 2024 at the Asia Poker Arena. Players can look forward to custom-made trophies and hardwood plates from home soil.
10/10/2024
WSOPE 2024: Simone Andrian Wins Gripping Heads-Up, Anson Tsang Busts 10th in Main Event

WSOPE 2024: Simone Andrian Wins Gripping Heads-Up, Anson Tsang Busts 10th in Main Event

After a roller-coaster heads-up against Enstonia's Urmo Velvet, Italy's Simone Andrian claimed the WSOPE Main Event title and took home €1,3M.
10/10/2024
WPT Global & Triton Poker Unite for a Thrilling High-Stakes Experience

WPT Global & Triton Poker Unite for a Thrilling High-Stakes Experience

To commemorate their collaboration, WPT Global has also introduced the WPT Global Slam, a standout addition to the Triton Poker calendar.
10/10/2024
APT Manila Satellite: Dominate Poker in The Philippines and Earn a $50,000 Bonus

APT Manila Satellite: Dominate Poker in The Philippines and Earn a $50,000 Bonus

Win the APT Manila Satellites, secure your seat in the Main Event, and take home an extra $50K for qualifying online on Natural8!
10/10/2024
Winfred Yu Opens Dream Room In Taiwan

Winfred Yu Opens Dream Room In Taiwan

At 3pm on October 9, 2024, poker pro and business man Winfred Yu, along with partners, colleagues, and friends, officially opened Dream Room in Taipei City,
10/09/2024
Poker Dream Jeju 12 sets multiple records including ₩14.8 Billion festival prize pool

Poker Dream Jeju 12 sets multiple records including ₩14.8 Billion festival prize pool

From September 26 to October 6, 2024, Poker Dream debuted its 12 edition in Jeju Island, South Korea with jaw dropping prize pools on the line. As seen since
10/09/2024
Vietnam Poker Games to Host Live Poker Festival in Ho Chi Minh City this November

Vietnam Poker Games to Host Live Poker Festival in Ho Chi Minh City this November

Join us this November for an 11-day Vietnam Poker Games in Ho Chi Minh City. Check the schedule for exciting events and tournaments!
10/09/2024
APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024 sets new Taiwan record, NTD 388 Million (~US$ 12M) in prizes awarded: Dhanesh Chainani, and Kuo Wei Kao capture Final Day highlights

APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024 sets new Taiwan record, NTD 388 Million (~US$ 12M) in prizes awarded: Dhanesh Chainani, and Kuo Wei Kao capture Final Day highlights

The lions have been tamed over this season’s APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024, with a total of 98 trophies awarded across its 11-day lineup. The leading brand took the scene by storm once again with over NTD 388.25 Million (~US$ 12.18 Million) in prizes awarded, making it Taiwan’s largest and richest poker series to date.
10/08/2024
2024 USOP Grand Finale In Hai Phong With VND40 Billion GTD Main Event

2024 USOP Grand Finale In Hai Phong With VND40 Billion GTD Main Event

The U Series of Poker (USOP) closes the calendar season with USOP Grand Finale in Hai Phong at the posh Pullman Grand Hotel. The festival runs from November 29 to December 11 2024. 
10/08/2024
APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Martin Sedlak collects grand payday at APT High Roller; Dongjae Kim claims record-breaking Double Stack; Tom Verbruggen ships second series victory at Mini Main Event

APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Martin Sedlak collects grand payday at APT High Roller; Dongjae Kim claims record-breaking Double Stack; Tom Verbruggen ships second series victory at Mini Main Event

Three more highlights across the lineup have been dusted, with this time, Germany’s Martin Sedlak claiming the largest of three. Sedlak secured the highly coveted APT Bronze trophy, having shined across the APT High Roller field.
10/07/2024
Dream Victory For Newcomer Kong Qingtao At Poker Dream Jeju 12 Main Event

Dream Victory For Newcomer Kong Qingtao At Poker Dream Jeju 12 Main Event

Discover Kong Qingtao's remarkable victory at Poker Dream Jeju 12 and its impact on the festival's success.
10/06/2024
Germany’s Rene Von Reden wins APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024 Main Event for NTD 14.4 Million (~US$ 450K)

Germany’s Rene Von Reden wins APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024 Main Event for NTD 14.4 Million (~US$ 450K)

Rene Von Reden claims victory at APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024, winning NTD 14.4 million as Main Event winner.
10/06/2024
World Poker Tour Releases Payout Structure for ClubWPT Gold $5 Million Invitational Freeroll

World Poker Tour Releases Payout Structure for ClubWPT Gold $5 Million Invitational Freeroll

Discover the biggest freeroll in poker history with ClubWPT Gold's $5 million Invitational Freeroll and its exciting payout structure.
10/06/2024
Song Ying Leads Final 16 Of The Inaugural Poker Dream Jeju Main Event; Winfred Yu, Martin Nielsen Win Dragons

Song Ying Leads Final 16 Of The Inaugural Poker Dream Jeju Main Event; Winfred Yu, Martin Nielsen Win Dragons

It took twelve 50-minute levels of Day 2 play for the inaugural Poker Dream Jeju Main Event to trim down the 179-player field to the final 16. Two players
10/05/2024
179 Returning Players Guaranteed A Piece Of $2.1M Poker Dream Jeju 12 Main Event Prize Pool

179 Returning Players Guaranteed A Piece Of $2.1M Poker Dream Jeju 12 Main Event Prize Pool

Poker Dream Jeju 12 has reached its penultimate day at the world class Jeju Shinhwa Landing Casino in Jeju, South Korea and kicking off today's games is Day 2
10/05/2024
APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Dhanesh Chainani leads Main Event Final Table; NTD 14.4 Million (~US$ 450K) up top; Hye Keun Park and Niko Koop scoop up wins

APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Dhanesh Chainani leads Main Event Final Table; NTD 14.4 Million (~US$ 450K) up top; Hye Keun Park and Niko Koop scoop up wins

The APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024 Main Event finds its 1,991 entry field drawn down to its final nine players looking to take the largest share of the NTD 86,011,200 (~US$ 2,722,735) prize pool.
10/05/2024
Soriano Ramos Soars At Day 1E; Last Chance To Enter Poker Dream Jeju $2M Gtd Main Event

Soriano Ramos Soars At Day 1E; Last Chance To Enter Poker Dream Jeju $2M Gtd Main Event

Poker Dream Jeju 12 concluded another three Main Event flights with Spain's Soriano Ramos bagging a massive stack at Day 1E. He has taken over the top spot in the Day 2 lineup.
10/04/2024
APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Abraham Ceesvin stands tall over Main Event Day 3, 1991-entry field down to 47 players

APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024: Abraham Ceesvin stands tall over Main Event Day 3, 1991-entry field down to 47 players

Halfway through its twelve day lineup, Day 3 of the Main Event came to a close with 47 players out of its staggering 1,991 entry field remaining in contention. Singapore’s Abraham Abdulla Ceesvin currently leads the charge, having bagged the largest across yesterday’s games, and remains in prime position to claim the NTD 14,413,200 (~US$ 453,430) top prize.
10/04/2024
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