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Vietnam Series of Poker (VSOP) announces APT Warm Up Series – November 22 to 28 in Hanoi, Vietnam
In just two week’s time, doors will storm open for what is expected to be the boldest event ever seen in Vietnam’s capital city, the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Hanoi Billions 2023! In partnership with Vietnam Series of Poker (VSOP), the festival boasts a jaw dropping VN₫ 60 Billion (~$2.5 Million) in guarantees and a jam-packed roster […]
Days away from USOP’s grand beachside finale – November 17 to 27 in Danang, Vietnam
The highly awaited U Series of Poker (USOP) season finale is just days away from kicking off in Vietnam! This must-attend event boasts the biggest and most rewarding USOP festival to date with 53 trophies up for grabs and VN₫ 50 Billion (~$2 Million) in guarantees. Adding to the allure is the choice of location […]
Chinese brand Asian Poker Festival debuts in Vietnam feat. VN₫ 27 Billion in guarantees – December 7 to 13 at Royal Poker Club
Action-packed December coming up in Hanoi, Vietnam as Chinese brand Asian Poker Festival (APF) makes its debut at the Royal Poker Club. Since the official announcement late last month, curiosity has been growing as APF will be the first Chinese brand to host a full-fledged festival in the capital city. Players can expect a […]
World Poker Tour returns to Tokyo, Japan featuring ¥100,000,000 (~$663K) guarantee – November 23 to 26
The World Poker Poker is gearing up for an electrifying poker event set against the vibrant backdrop of Tokyo, Japan. Running from November 23 to 26 is WPT Japan 2023 featuring a significant ¥100,000,000 (~$663,275) guarantee. This will be the brand’s fifth event in the country since 2017. Adding more thrill is the confirmation of […]
[Interview] Getting to know actor Arden Cho
In July 2023, American actor Arden Cho was spotted at WPT Korea in Jeju Island. Somuchpoker got a chance to interview Cho on her poker hobby. Somuchpoker: How long have you been playing poker and what got you started? Arden Cho: I’ve been playing off and on for the last 15 years. I started playing […]
USOP ready to set more records in Danang, Vietnam – November 17 to 27, Furama Resort
The U Series of Poker season finale is rapidly approaching, and the tremendous buzz on social media suggests it is poised to close with a bang. Since the brand’s inception into the live scene earlier this year, USOP has consistently produced massive turnouts, and all signs point to the same for the finale. If you […]
PokerStars LIVE: Manila Megastack 17 heads your way this December
After hosting several guarantee crushing festivals throughout 2023, PokerStars LIVE is finishing the year strong with a final series this December 3-12 at Okada Manila, Philippines. The upcoming Manila Megastack 17 features a total of 40 events with over PHP 22 Million (~USD 392,370) in guaranteed prizes to be given away. The ten-day lineup continues […]
Play the Biggest Asia Series From Home – The APT Online 2023
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APL returns to the Philippines! ₱25 Million in guarantees from November 27 to December 3
Ace Poker League (formerly Asia Poker League), renowned the biggest poker brand in South Korea, is headed back to the Philippines! The last time APL roused up the Southeast Asian nation was in 2018 when local pro Lester Edoc took down the Main Event. The brand’s return is great news for the country that has […]
Triton Monte Carlo 2023: Matthias Eibinger clinches Main Event; Danny Tang and Webster Lim emerge victorious; Dan Smith claims season’s biggest prize; Jason Koon closes with tenth Triton title
The fourth and final Triton Super High Roller Series for 2023 played from October 24 through November 4 at Monte Carlo Sporting, Monaco and featured twelve days of action across the felt. Poker superstars from various parts of the globe gathered once again to battle amongst the industry’s fiercest contenders for a shot to claim […]
APT Hanoi Billions 2023 Travel Guide
Closing its fifteenth year with a bang, Asian Poker Tour’s final series for 2023 is fast approaching with four weeks left on the calendar before the festivities kick off. The APT Hanoi Billions slated for this December 1-10 at the National Convention Center in Hanoi, Vietnam, boasts its grandest offering of VN₫ 60,000,000,000 (~US$ 2.5 […]
WPT Cambodia 2024 full schedule revealed! – January 17 to 30 at NagaWorld Phnom Penh
The moment everyone has been waiting for has finally arrived – the complete schedule for World Poker Tour (WPT) Cambodia 2024 has been unveiled! Players can now map out their daily agendas with a lineup of 44 events running from January 17 to 30, 2024. One event that stands out is the US$ 1,000,000 guaranteed […]
Six dates revealed by World Poker Tour for Asia Pacific – mark them down!
As the year 2024 approaches, the World Poker Tour (WPT) has taken the lead by announcing its lineup of events in the Asia Pacific region. Posted on WPT Live Events Specialist Danny McDonagh‘s Facebook page, WPT has solidified four event stops, with two of them, both in Australia, still awaiting final approval. Poker players […]
GPI Asia Poker Festival from November 10-20 at Asia Poker Arena in Taipei Ctiy, Taiwan
Poker players in the Asian region have plenty to get excited about as another fun festival is just around the corner. Running from November 10 to 20, 2023 is the second season of GPI Asia Poker Festival which takes place in Taipei City at the region’s largest poker room, Asia Poker Arena. Hosted by […]
Win A Share of $1,000,000 With Mere Cents!
Poker enthusiasts and players seeking the ultimate test of skill are in for a treat with the Flip & Go Millionaire 2023. With $1,000,000 GTD, this may very well be the biggest Flip & Go in online history. Flip & Go Millionaire 2023 Date: 1st – 11th November 2023 Venue: Natural8 (Online) Buy-In: $11 Satellites: […]
Warm up for USOP Danang via the Crown Silver Poker Festival featuring ₫10 Billion in guarantees
As anticipation builds for the season finale of U Series of Poker (USOP), there are many who feel it can’t seem to come fast enough. Unsurprisingly so as the previous USOP event was held nearly two months back. With just over two weeks left until the finale begins, some great news has surfaced. The […]
APT Hanoi Billions 2023 boasts ₫60 Billion (~$2.5M) season-ender festival guarantee; Main Event guarantees US$1M!
The Asian Poker Tour (APT), the longest running poker brand in Asia, is set to conclude 2023 with its grandest offering, a VN₫ 60,000,000,000 (~US$ 2.5 Million) festival guarantee! This is the largest figure announced by any brand in the region. In partnership with Vietnam Series of Poker (VSOP), the upcoming season ender takes place from […]
World Poker Tour unveils schedule for first half of Season XXII
With 2023 in its last quarter to cap the year, event organizers are already preparing for the upcoming 2024 ahead especially with great recovery in the books festival after festival. This year has recorded highly successful tours left and right with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Major global brand, World Poker Tour is […]
USOP all set for a grand season finale in Danang, Vietnam feat. over ₫50 Billion (~$2M) in guarantees this November
It has been a spectacular year for Asia’s latest sensation, U Series of Poker (USOP), drawing massive crowds and shattering records to rapidly become one of the most sought-after festivals in the region. As the year-end approaches, all eyes are on Danang, Vietnam for USOP’s grand season finale where a jaw dropping VN₫ 50 Billion (~$2 […]
APT Hanoi Billions: Play, Compete, Conquer in the Heart of Vietnam!
APT Hanoi Billions is coming to life at the National Convention Centre from 1st – 10th December 2023, and it’s bringing a massive VND 60BN (~ $2.5M) in prize pool guarantees with it. Notable events on the horizon include the VND 5,000,000 Vietnam National Cup and the VND 36,000,000 (~USD $1,500) Main Event, both poised […]
