USOP all set for a grand season finale in Danang, Vietnam feat. over ₫50 Billion (~$2M) in guarantees this November

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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 Million) in guarantees has been announced alongside a vibrant 53-event schedule. This is the brand’s largest offering to date and it is all set to take place at Furama Resort from November 17 to 27, 2023. Let’s take a closer look at what’s in store.

USOP Danang 2023 – Player Guide

53 Trophies Up for Grabs

For the finale, USOP expanded its schedule to 53 trophy events featuring low-end buy ins from VN₫ 3,400,000 (~$ 144) to VN₫ 11,000,000 (~$465), mid-ranged buy ins from VN₫ 15,500,000 (~$698) to VN₫ 25,000,000 (~$1,057), and high-end buy ins from VN₫ 33,000,000 (~$1,395) to VN₫ 250,000,000 (~$10,570).

Players can expect the return of all the crowd favorites, an extensive high roller lineup, new events, and of course the crown jewel Main Event highlighted by its VN₫ 15 Billion (~$612,870) guarantee.

MAIN EVENT – VN₫ 15 Billion (~$612,870) guarantee

In September, the USOP Hanoi Main Event drew a country record field of 1,336 entries and record prize pool of VN₫ 29,158,200,000 (~$1,212,000). India’sVishal Ojha emerged victorious to seize a career high payout of VN₫ 4,952,000,000 (~$205,840).

With the brand’s popularity on a consistent rise, and interest very high since the announcement of the festival, players can expect the upcoming USOP Danang Main Event to smash its VN₫ 15 Billion guarantee with the potential to break its own record. Among the players expected to attend are past champions Vishal Ojha, Nguyen Ngoc Dai, and Edwin Dela Cruz.

The Main Event runs from November 23 to 27, 2023. To enter, four starting days are available. Buy in is VN₫ 25,000,000 (~$1,057). Each Day 1 plays down to ITM of 12.5% of the field. As early as now, players can avail of the Main Event Early Bird Package with rooms at Furama Resort.

Other Key Events

In addition to the Main Event are numerous events backed by guarantees. For players interested in low to mid-ranged buy ins, listed below are events to plug in your calendars.

Event

Date

Guarantee in VN₫

Buy in in VN₫

Mystery Millions

November 17-19

4,000,000,000

11,000,000

Sunday Superstack

November 19

600,000,000

8,800,000

Mini Main Event

November 20-22

2,000,000,000

8,800,000

Midweek Superstack

November 22

800,000,000

11,000,000

Bounty Event

November 23

600,000,000

10,000,000

Mystery Rush Bounty

November 24

600,000,000

8,800,000

Megastack

November 26-27

1,000,000,000

11,000,000

The Closer

November 27

500,000,000

6,600,000

Special Qualifiers

For players looking to get an early start at qualifying for Day 2 of the Main Event, Mystery Millions, and Mini Main Event, Special Qualifiers will be held at Saigon Poker Room in Ho Chi Minh City and at Crown Poker Club inHanoi. It is advisable to jump on these qualifiers in order to have more time during the festival to tackle the side events.

High Rollers

USOP high roller events have grown in popularity that at the Hanoi festival, the Superstar Challenge set a new record of 94 entries and a prize pool of VN₫ 10,212,100,000 (~$424,000).

To answer the increasing demand, USOP Danang will see a larger high roller roster featuring 9 key events and 5 Mini High Rollers. All of the events are backed by a guarantee. Buy ins range from VN₫ 22,000,000 (~$930) to VN₫ 250,000,000 (~$10,571).

Among the new additions are the High Roller For Vietnam Red Cross – Charity Event and the mighty Billionaire Club Challenge which will surely attract the elite of the elite with its VN₫ 250 Million buy in.

Event

Date

Guarantee in VN₫

Buy in in VN₫

High Roller Warm Up

November 17

1,500,000,000

44,000,000

Mini High Roller

November 17

400,000,000

22,000,000

High Roller For Red Cross

November 18

2,000,000,000

55,000,000

Mini High Roller

November 18

400,000,000

22,000,000

Superstar Challenge

November 19-20

4,000,000,000

120,000,000

Mini High Roller

November 19

400,000,000

22,000,000

High Roller Bounty Hunter

November 20

2,000,000,000

66,000,000

Mini High Roller

November 20

400,000,000

22,000,000

High Roller Megastack

November 21-22

3,000,000,000

77,000,000

Super High Roller

November 22-23

2,000,000,000

88,000,000

Billionaire Club Challenge

November 24

4,000,000,000

250,000,000

Mini High Roller

November 25

400,000,000

22,000,000

High Roller The Finale

November 26-27

4,000,000,000

66,000,000

High Roller Last Chance

November 27

1,200,000,000

33,000,000

As early as now, players can start booking their stay and avail of the High Roller Early Bird Package. The promo is limited to the first 50 bookings.

Heads Up Event increased to 64 player cap

Due to the smashing success of the first Heads Up Challenge, it has found a spot in the USOP Danang roster. More players will now be able to participate with the maximum field capacity increased to 64 players. Buy in is VN₫ 33,000,000 (~$1,395). This is a two-day event running on November 22 – 23. Sign up now to secure your spot!

New Events

With the USOP Danang schedule much bigger than previous, the newest events include Crazy Pineapple, Midweek Superstack, Double Board – Single Winner, and 6-Card PLO. Be the first winners of these events!

Satellites

In addition to trophy events are daily satellites to a long list of games: Main Event, Mystery Bounty, Sunday Superstack, Mini Main Event, Megastack, The Closer, High Roller Warm Up, High Roller For Red Cross, Superstar Challenge, High Roller Bounty Hunter, High Roller Megastack, Super High Roller, Billionaire Club Challenge, High Roller The Finale, and High Roller Last Chance.

Flipouts are also available on demand. Kicking off the games is the Freeroll For Main Event Seat which is capped at 100 players. That event runs on November 17 at 10:30am. Imagine winning your seat to the Main Event for FREE and taking it all the way to the top!

Hotel Accommodations

With USOP Danang 2023 drawing near, players are recommended to start securing accommodations at host venue Furama Resort. This five-star hotel overlooks the gorgeous white sands of Danang Beach and it is just 20 minutes from the Danang Airport. For assistance booking your stay as well as the Early Bird Packages, contact information is provided below.

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