All The Reasons To Be At APPT Cambodia

Ever since Chris Moneymaker’s legendary WSOP Main Event win, poker has seen exponential growth worldwide. While some regions experienced the boom early, Asia-Pacific’s live poker scene followed closely behind, thanks in large part to pioneers like the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT).

Asia Pacific Poker Tour: APPT Trailblazing Since 2007

Founded in 2007, and backed by giant online brand PokerStars, the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) quickly gathered a loyal following, becoming a cornerstone of live poker across Asia and Australia. Under the leadership of Australian Poker Hall of Fame member Danny McDonagh, the tour reached new heights, setting the standards very high for live poker in the region. Iconic moments like Brett Parise’s 2007 inaugural APPT win and Grant Levy’s AUD$1 million triumph in Sydney remain highlights of the brand’s storied past.

Through the years, sixteen seasons up until now, the APPT has teamed up with other live series, however after October 2016 the brand closed shop in Macau and focused solely on Asian destinations with the Philippines consistently at the center of its calendar. In 2018 and 2019, events were also held in South Korea where two high profile winners were crowned – Malaysia’s Michael Soyza and Hong Kong’s Park Yu “Sparrow” Cheung.

APPT Cambodia Emerges

Following a brief hiatus during the pandemic, with only one event held in Taiwan, the APPT returned strong with Cambodia as its newest destination. The first-ever APPT Cambodia was held in 2022 at the NagaWorld Integrated Resort in Phnom Penh, marking a new chapter for the tour.

With three successful editions already completed, the fourth is just around the corner. In partnership with NagaWorld Integrated Resorts and Connaissance Management Group, the upcoming APPT Cambodia is set to take place from May 2 to 13, 2025 and it is expected to be the tour’s biggest yet in the country. So mark those calendars!

APPT CAMBODIA – SCHEDULE

What To Expect At APPT Cambodia

APPT Cambodia 2025 will feature 68 tournaments and over $1.5 million in guaranteed prize pools. Key highlights include:

• Main Event ($1,750 buy-in) – $1,000,000 guarantee (May 8-13)
• NagaWorld Kickoff ($500 buy-in) – $50,000 guarantee (May 2–3)
• Mystery Bounty – $100,000 guarantee (May 3–5)
• APPT National ($1,000 buy-in) – $150,000 guarantee (May 5-8)
• Survivor Knockout & APPT High Roller – $75,000 guarantee each (May 11–12)

$1 Million Guaranteed APPT Cambodia Main Event

For the first time, the APPT guarantees seven figures for its flagship tournament which is already a record on its own for the brand in Cambodia. This bold offering doubles last year’s guarantee and features four starting flights, giving players ample opportunity to make it into the money. Additionally, there are cheaper roads to the top. The schedule offers numerous qualifiers for as low as $70.

• Date: May 8-13, 2025
• Buy in: US$ 1,750
• Guarantee: US$ 1,000,000
• Starting Stack: 30,000
• Flight A – Thursday, May 8 at 11:30 am
• Flight B – Friday, May 9 at 11:30 am
• Flight C – Saturday, May 10 at 11:30 am
• Flight D (Turbo) – Saturday, May 10 at 18:30
• Day 2 – Sunday, May 11 at 12pm
• Day 3 – Monday, May 12 at 12pm
• Final Day – Tuesday, May 13 at 12pm

Past champions Alexander Puchalski, Chao-Ting Cheng, and Christopher Mateo are expected to return, each aiming to add another APPT title to their name. Also likely to make their way back to the felt are several decorated APPT regulars, including Trong Hieu Ngo, Mai Bien, Artem Vezhenkov, Jinlong Hu, and Aladin Reskallah, among others.

No Tax At APPT Cambodia

Perhaps one of the other major selling points from poker enthusiasts of the region is the  “NO TAX” to be paid. This means players receive 100 percent of their winnings.

PokerStars Silver Power Pass

In June 2023, PokerStars released the PokerStars Power Path program wherein online players are able to qualify for live and online events. It remains as one of the brand’s most popular incentives. Good news to players that have acquired the PokerStars Power Path Silver Pass – valued at $2,500 – this can be redeemed at the APPT Cambodia Main Event. This includes a seat worth US$ 1,750 and US$ 750 credit for expenses.

Aside from the pass, players can use their PokerStars account to buy into the tournaments.

Unlock Free Rooms At The Cash Game Tables

The upcoming stop at NagaWorld in Phnom Penh also provides additional rewards. While exclusive room rates during the festival start for as little as $55 per night, players can unlock free nights of accommodation by playing at least eight hours of cash games per day.

Marathon Packages and High Roller Programme

On top of that, players can take advantage of two different packages to get even more value out of their stay. The High Roller Programme is limited to the first 50 sign-ups until April 20, 2025 and up to 16 free nights can be earned depending on the number of qualifying High Roller Events someone enters – re-entries count as well.

For a minimum of 4 qualifying High Roller events entered, players receive five free nights. At the maximum of 15 events entered (re-entries count), players receive 16 nights free. Eligible high roller events are listed below:

• Megastack High Roller
• Mini High Roller
• Knockout High Roller [$1000 Bounty]
• APPT Super High Roller
• High Roller Turbo
• APPT Main Event
• Single Day High Roller
• Mystery Big Bounty [$1500 Bounty]
• Freezeout Challenge
• High Roller Hyper Turbo
• APPT High Roller
• Knockout High Roller [$500 Bounty]
• Last Chance – High Roller Turbo

To book the APPT Cambodia High Roller Package, click the link provided.

APPT Cambodia High Roller Package

For the Marathon Package, players can enjoy a promotional rate of $40 per day for 13 nights at NagaWorld 2 and $120 in dining credits by participating in four key events.

To be eligible, players must book the room at the discounted price of US$ 55 per night then participate in the following APPT Cambodia 2025 events: NagaWorld Kickoff, Mystery Bounty, APPT National, and APPT Main Event. At the end of their stay, eligible players will receive a US$ 195 rebate.

To book the APPT Cambodia Marathon Package, click the link provided.

APPT Cambodia – Marathon Package

PokerStars LIVE APP

Players can now easily access all PokerStars LIVE events worldwide through the PokerStars LIVE App. The app provides comprehensive event details, including schedules, structures, and key updates for tournaments across the globe.

For those attending APPT Cambodia, the app will serve as a real-time hub for fresh news, schedule, tournament results, and live updates throughout the series, ensuring players stay informed every step of the way.

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APPT Cambodia Returns This May