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WPT to Break New Ground With Landmark WPT Macau Series From June 18-24
After 22 seasons of global expansion, the World Poker Tour is finally planting its flag in China! This June, the legendary WPT Main Tour makes its historic debut at the opulent Wynn Macau, promising high-stakes thrills from June 18 to 24. This landmark series will feature several prestigious tournaments, setting the stage for potential history-making moments.
The WPT Macau festival (June 18 to 24) promises thrilling action all week long. The HK$40,000 buy-in Championship event (June 20 to 24) is the crown jewel, while the ultra-high-stakes HK$200,000 buy-in WPT High Roller (June 19 to 20th) adds another layer of adrenaline to the mix.
WPT’s groundbreaking China series is a collaborative effort with Allied Gaming & Entertainment (AGAE) and Wynn Macau. AGAE, a driving force in experiential gaming, is familiar to poker fans through their HyperX Arena at the Luxor – a venue synonymous with exhilarating WPT final tables. Here, Bin Weng‘s electrifying rise to the 2024 Global Poker Index Player of the Year title unfolded.
“Macau has long been a coveted destination for us. We’re eager to deliver the iconic WPT experience to this dynamic region,” said Adam Pliska, WPT CEO, in a press release. “Our sincere thanks to AGAE and Wynn Macau for making this exciting expansion possible. This is a series you won’t want to miss!”
“We’re excited to partner with these esteemed global brands to bring the World Poker Tour to Macau, SAR, P.R. China,” said Yinghua Chen, Chief Executive Officer of AGAE, echoing Pliska`s enthusiasm. “Our shared commitment to this growing entertainment market positions us for major success. This marks the WPT’s first physical presence in Macau after two decades of operations. We’re leveraging our resources and expertise to create a truly memorable experience in this thrilling market.”
Linda Chen, President, Vice Chairman of the Board, and Executive Director of Wynn Macau Limited, emphasized Macau’s global appeal: “This partnership marks a significant milestone as we introduce one of the world’s most esteemed poker events to Macau. Bringing legendary poker figures to our city reinforces Macau’s status as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure. This captivating event will attract global visitors eager to experience Macau’s unique energy.”
WPT’s Asia Legacy and Indian Connection
While the Macau debut is monumental, it’s important to remember the WPT’s deep roots in Asia. In 2018, fueled by the explosion of poker’s popularity in the Asia Pacific, the WPT launched its inaugural ‘Asia Swing’ tour. Stops in Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and India solidified the WPT’s commitment to the region. The ‘Asia Swing’ continued in 2019, with WPT Cambodia being added to the list of stops.
In subsequent years, WPT’s Prime Tour gained a strong foothold in Asia, especially in Vietnam and Cambodia. Following the new GST regulations implemented in October 2023, WPT cancelled its India-facing tour for 2024. However, before that, WPT held four thriving festivals at Casino Deltin Royale in Goa from 2017 to 2019 and 2023.
Macau has a special significance for veteran Indian players. Aditya Agarwal‘s runner-up finish in the 2018 APPT Macau Main Event, Abhishek Goindi‘s second-place finish in the 2012 Macau Poker Cup – Red Dragon Event, and Sangeeth Mohan‘s 10th-place finish in the 2011 APPT Macau Main Event are just a few examples of India’s poker prowess in the region.
Macau’s easy visa options for Indians (visa-free under 30 days) could attract a strong contingent eager to write the next chapter in India’s poker legacy. With Indian talent on the rise, don’t be surprised to see them make waves at WPT Macau!
APT Hanoi Billions 2023: Siddharth Arya Jolly Wins India’s First Series Title in VN₫ 5 Million Tick Tock BOOM! (~₹5 Lakhs)
Day 5 of the APT Hanoi Billions 2023, held at the National Convention Center in Hanoi in partnership with the Vietnam Series of Poker (VSOP), marked a significant milestone for Team India. Their consistent performance, marked by numerous deep runs and final table appearances, finally paid off with a maiden title victory in this record-setting series.
Siddharth Arya Jolly was the hero of the day, winning his first live title in Event #46: VN₫ 5 Million Tick Tock BOOM. This event, true to its name, offered an escalating pace, with levels shortening every hour to a rapid 2-minute interval, intensifying the gameplay. Jolly excelled in this dynamic environment, outperforming 139 participants (113 unique) to claim the top prize from the VN₫ 606.735 Million pool, amounting to VN₫ 145.615 Million (~₹5 Lakhs), having entered the event shortly after bagging a stack from Flight B of the Main Event. This victory was Arya’s third score of the series, boosting his total winnings to VN₫ 160.565 Million (~₹5.51 Lakhs).
In an all-Indian heads-up, Jolly defeated Sam Anand, the Natural8 India – APT Hanoi Billions India Exclusive Tournament finalist, who took home VN₫ 98.90 Million (~₹3.40 Lakhs). Other notable Indian finishers in the event were Siddharth Mundada (5th for VN₫ 43.26 Million) (~₹1.49 Lakhs), Varun Ganjoo from PokerBaazi (11th for VN₫ 12.13 Million) (~₹41,648), and Zarvan Tumboli (19th for VN₫ 8.13 Million) (~₹27,914).
Another major highlight of the day was the second starting flight of the APT Hanoi Billions Main Event, which further heightened anticipation by building on the record-breaking trajectory. Flight 1B recorded 535 entries (442 unique), pushing the total count to 1,418 entries and the prize pool to a jaw-dropping VN₫ 44.50 Billion. This positions the Main Event tantalizingly close to surpassing the APT Taipei record of 1,434 entries, a milestone expected to be easily achieved before the end of Flight 1C. The key intrigue now revolves around the final size of the participant field, with two flights remaining and late registrations open until the start of Day 2.
In the turbulent Flight B, 211 players advanced to Day 2, joining the 246 survivors from Flight A. South Korea’s Jun Young Park led the pack with an impressive 361,100 chips, positioning him fourth overall in chips. Vietnam’s Nguyen Trung Quan secured the second-highest stack with 320,700 chips. Hernan Villa, a former Main Event champion and recent Event #28 victor, also cracked the 300K mark with 305,300 chips.
The Indian contingent saw significant success, with eight players advancing from Flight B. Harsh Bubna led the group with 183,900 chips, followed by Avneesh Munjal (128,500), Abhishek Goindi (111,200), Jasven Saigal (97,500), Jatin Sablani (86,700), Ritesh Khatwani (70,900), Rising Star Ritwik Khanna (60,600), and Event #46 winner Siddharth Arya Jolly (27,200).
Flight 1C begins at 11 AM (local time) today, with PokerGuru providing live updates, particularly focusing on the Indian players. Anticipation is high for what promises to be a historic day at the APT, with the Main Event poised to hit an all-time entry record.
Continuing their impressive performance, the Indian contingent made significant strides on Tuesday. Team India has already recorded 52 in-the-money finishes, including nine final-table appearances and one title victory.
Yagyavalk Bhatt, showcasing consistent form, achieved his second final table score of the series. He placed fifth in Event #44: VN₫ 8 Million Turbo – Super Hold’em, earning VN₫ 63.40 Million (~₹2.18 Lakhs). Further contributions to the team’s success came from Nishant Sharma, who finished 11th with VN₫ 17.61 Million (~₹60,464), and Rising Star Pratibh Saluja, securing 15th place with VN₫ 14.17 Million (~₹48,653).
The Turbo – Super Hold’em itself was noteworthy, attracting 123 entries (101 unique), a new APT record for this category in the country. China’s Jinqi Wang won the event, taking home the top prize of VN₫ 199.20 Million.
In Event #39: VN₫ 50 Million Single Day High Roller – Mystery Bounty – 8 Max, Karan Gupta notched his first series score, finishing 34th for VN₫ 49.93 Million (~₹1.71 Lakhs). This event was notable for breaking a record set just two days earlier. It drew a remarkable 306 entries (233 unique), surpassing the previous largest-ever APT Single Day High Roller field record established in Event #18. The tournament featured a jaw-dropping VN₫ 7.237 Billion prize pool, and the excitement ramped up with the Mystery Bounty component, which activated when the field narrowed to the final 78. This added VN₫ 6.12 Billion to the bounty pool, extending payouts to the top 39 contenders.
Due to the substantial turnout, an additional day was scheduled to manage the large field. As the event progresses into Day 2, only six players remain in the hunt for the VN₫ 1.451 Billion grand prize, with Indonesia’s Jhon Hendri leading with 9,520,000 chips.
Event #47: VN₫ 2 Million Super Hyper Turbo the day`s slate of tournaments, attracting 193 players (164 unique). The fast-paced event, featuring thirty 5-minute turbo levels, offered the top finishers a share of the VN₫ 336.978 Million prize pool.
Prattyush Ladha, continuing his strong showing in the series, finished 13th in the Super Hyper Turbo, earning VN₫ 5.56 Million (~₹19,090).
Shuto Nakagawa emerged victorious and was one of three Japanese players to win APT trophies on Tuesday, pocketing VN₫ 74.658 Million.
The other international champions of the day included Thailand’s Phakwalan Chonwiran (Won Event #41: VN₫ 5 Million Women’s Event for VN₫ 119.325 Million), Japan’s Dai Ishibashi (Won Event #40: VN₫ 6 Million PL Omaha Hi-Lo Mix – 7 Max for VN₫ 89.566 Million), and Japan’s Keita Yamashiro (Won Event #37: VN₫ 5 Million Limit Triple Draw Mix for VN₫ 58.14 Million).
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Top Videos of the Week: October 1 – 7
In this weekly feature, we list down the most trending videos from the poker world. From the craziest to the funniest – from the interesting to the bizarre – you’ll find it all here every week!
Chota Machhi & SharmaJI’s Epic MTT Streams
Don’t miss the entertaining streams by PokerGuru’s dynamic duo, Chota Machhi (Arpit Jain) and SharmaJI (Naman Sharma), essential viewing for the Indian poker community!
On Sunday, SharmaJI stepped into the arena of A23 Poker’s grand ₹5 Crores GTD Mega Freeroll Series. He dived into the fierce competition of the ₹20 Lakhs GTD Mega Freeroll, showcasing his skills and strategy in a bid to emerge victorious.
On Monday evening, SharmaJI plunged into PokerSaint’s ₹4 Lakhs GTD Amethyst.
On Tuesday, SharmaJI took on MPL Poker’s grand ₹2.50 Crores GTD Poker Master Series. He showcased his skills in the ₹5 Lakhs GTD Steal Deal #28 Tuesday Slam.
Last Thursday, our latest Young Gun, Abhishek Sonu, teamed up with Chota Machhi to take on the most significant online poker tournament India has ever seen – PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T. Both players aimed to lock a seat on Day 2 through Qualifier 8 but were unable.
On Friday, SharmaJI along with his sibling Shreyansh Sharma navigated through Qualifier 9 of PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T. Eventually, both secured a Day 2 berth with SharmaJI bagging a massive 65 BB stack.
PokerBaazi’s Muskan Sethi, Akash Shekhar, Abhishek Goindi, Aditya Wadhwani & Devang Yadav Stream G.O.A.T Qualifiers
This Sunday, PokerBaazi Team Pro Muskan Sethi & Akash Shekhar came together for a dual live stream of PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T, sharing their strategies with his audience.
On Tuesday, PokerBaazi Team Pro Abhishek Goindi streamed his gameplay in PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T Qualifier 6.
On Wednesday, Aditya Wadhwani and Young Gun Devang Yadav came together for a dual stream, grinding PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T Qualifier 7.
Shobhit Bhargava Streams MTTs
Popular content creator Shobhit Bhargava, aka 569poker, came for a live stream this Thursday, of his run in Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Dominator tournaments.
Harsh Dev Jhirmiria Streams MTTs For Pocket52
Popular content creator Harsh Dev Jhirmiria, live streamed his run in Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Predator this Friday.
Parth Jain Streams For MPL Poker
This Sunday, Parth Jain streamed MPL Poker ₹10 Lakhs GTD Poker Master Series #16 Sunday Showstopper.
IPPA’s Aniruddha Joshi, Prapti Singh & Ashutosh Kumar Stream MTTs
Throughout the past week, streamers from the India Poker Players Association (IPPA) have consistently delivered high-octane action for their fans.
On Monday, Ashutosh Kumar dived into MPL Poker’s ₹10 Lakhs GTD Master Poker Series #22 Monday Mantra.
On Tuesday, Kumar navigated through Qualifier 6 of PokerBaazi’s ₹10 Crores GTD G.O.A.T.
This Wednesday, Prapti Singh shared a live stream of her gameplay on A23 Poker’s ₹20 Lakhs GTD Mega Freeroll.
This Thursday, Aniruddha Joshi and Ashutosh Kumar came for a dual stream, playing Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Dominator tournaments.
On Friday, Shivam Jain, took a shot in MPL Poker’s ₹10 Lakhs GTD Poker Master Series #64 Highroller.
Monster Poker Community’s Kamal Punjabi Stream MTTs
On Thursday, Monster Poker Community’s Kamal Punjabi streamed his run playing Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets.
Devvrat Singh Kaurav Streams MTTs
Devvrat Singh Kaurav has become one of the most regular streamers and streamed thrice this week.
On Wednesday, Kaurav livestreamed his gameplay in Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Rockets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Avenger.
Kaurav broadcasted his gameplay participating in the Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Dominator the next day.
On Friday, he played Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Predator tournaments.
Rahul Kumar Streams MTTs
On Sunday, Rahul Kumar showcased his skills by streaming PokerBaazi’s ₹50 Lakhs GTD BSS Super Value.
On Friday, he played Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Predator tournaments.
Jayant Alagawadi Streams Cash Games
This Wednesday, Jayant Alagawadi, streamed his cash game session on PokerStars India.
Ankit Nahar Streams MTTs
On Wednesday, Ankit Nahar livestreamed his gameplay in Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Rockets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Avenger.
Nahar broadcasted his gameplay participating in the Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Dominator the next day.
On Friday, he played Pocket52’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Predator tournaments.
Analyzing Hand History and Delving into GST’s Impact – Poker BootCamp India
Last Sunday, Poker BootCamp India brought together its esteemed coaches for a deep dive into the nuances of poker and the Indian poker industry. Raghav, one of their skilled coaches, meticulously broke down a hand history presented by a student, offering insights and strategic feedback. Meanwhile, their founder and expert coach, Abhishek Goindi, delved into the economic aspects of the game. He outlined the significant impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on the Indian poker landscape, shedding light on its implications for players and operators alike. A must-watch for anyone keen on understanding both the strategy and business sides of poker in India.
PokerGuru’s Daily Majors Recap With Saumya Paithankar: Weekly Highlights
PokerGuru’s Saumya Paithankar has once again provided a week full of insightful updates on top online winners. Highlights include updates from Sunday, October 1, and Wednesday, October 4, detailing the significant achievements and performances in the online poker realm.
Doyle Brunson Celebration of Life – PokerGO
On July 2, 2023, the poker community came together at the illustrious Jubilee Theater at Horseshoe Las Vegas to celebrate the life of the legendary Doyle Brunson. As a ten-time WSOP bracelet winner and a WPT champion, Brunson’s impact on the game is immeasurable. This special event saw heartfelt tributes and reminiscences from those who knew him best. Guest speakers included poker luminaries such as Jack Binion, Lyle Berman, Dewey Tomko, Mori Eskandani, Phil Hellmuth, Gabe Kaplan, Daniel Negreanu, and his son, Todd Brunson. The evening was a poignant reminder of Brunson’s indelible mark on poker and the hearts of many.
WSOP Online Main Event Final Table Replay – GGPoker
Belgium’s Bert ‘girafganger7’ Stevens clinched the title in the most colossal WSOP Online Main Event to date. Competing against a staggering 6,023 contenders, Stevens showcased a masterclass, pocketing a staggering $2,783,432. Coming in a close second was China’s poker maestro, Yagen Li, who walked away with a commendable $2,059,058.
For poker enthusiasts wanting a closer look at this epic showdown, GGPoker’s YouTube channel offers the entire final table replay. Tune in and relish the commentaries from the dual expertise of Ali Nejad and Jeff Gross. Don’t miss out on this riveting slice of poker history!
High Stakes Poker Elite Strategies Exposed – Doug Polk Poker
Unlock the mysteries of high stakes poker with Doug Polk, as he unravels the secrets that top players would rather keep hidden. The age-old debate of exploitation vs game theory has left many players confused. In the video, he clears the air. Dive into a pivotal hand Polk played against Scott Ball at The Lodge Live during a gripping $200/$400 heads-up challenge. Witness firsthand how he maneuvered Ball into one of the most challenging decisions of the game. Prepare to have your poker world turned upside down!
Spraggy’s Winning Streak with a Twist – PokerStars
Dive into this week’s Twitch highlights as we showcase some of Spraggy‘s most uproarious victories. From unexpected wins to moments that had us doubled over in laughter, Spraggy never fails to entertain! Don’t miss out on these side-splitting poker plays.
High-Stakes Havoc – WPT
Step into the world of high-stakes poker in Las Vegas as Haralabos clashes with KBM in a staggering $202,400 pot that promises heart-stopping action. Taken from the iconic Rail Heaven cash game, this exhilarating segment isn’t for the faint of heart. Hold onto your seats; this is Vegas poker at its finest!
Stream Highlights – Jaime Staples
Catch the latest grind highlights from partypoker Ambassador Jaime Staples. Dive into a mix of thrilling plays, strategic moves, and pivotal moments that have solidified his reputation as one of the must-watch poker streamers.
EPT Berlin 2011’s Legendary Hand – The Chip Race
In EPT Berlin 2011, amidst countless memorable moments, one hand stands tall. Ben Wilinofsky, known for his bold game, faced off against Jeffrey Hakim. With pocket Aces for Wilinofsky and for Hakim, drama peaked when Joep van den Bijgaart jumped in with . The flop spelled dominance for Wilinofsky, yet Bijgaart’s unforeseen soul-read left spectators in awe. In this deep dive, Wilinofsky revisits that iconic hand, shedding light on his strategies and mindset.
Stream Highlights – Bencb
Raise Your Edge founder and coach Bencb released a highlight video of his latest streams. Check it out below.
Stream Highlights – Lex Veldhuis
PokerStars Ambassador Lex Veldhuis released a highlight video of his latest stream. Check it out below.
Cash Game Action – The Lodge
Don’t miss high-stakes poker action in replays from The Lodge Card Club in Texas. Witness seasoned players’ strategy and skill in these exciting, live-streamed games. Perfect for both new and seasoned poker fans!
Keep following PokerGuru for a compilation of the top poker videos each week!
This Week in Poker: August 30 – September 5
In the PokerGuru feature, ‘This Week in Poker,’ we bring you the weekly roundup of the most significant online scores by Indian MTT players and the top stories from both the live and online poker circuits. Here are this week’s top stories!
September commenced with unsettling updates for the real-money online gaming sector. As the October 1 deadline for the 28% GST on player deposits looms, the Supreme Court threw a curveball. The apex court temporarily stayed the Karnataka High Court’s directive, reopening recovery actions against Bengaluru’s Gameskraft Technology in the ₹21,000 Crores GST evasion case. The court will revisit the issue in three weeks, raising fears about retrospective taxation implications for GamesKraft and potentially 35 other online gaming firms.
States are actively modifying their GST regulations to bring the new GST regime into effect. Arunachal Pradesh led the charge by approving changes to its GST Act, making it one of the first states to adopt the new tax system. Meanwhile, Karnataka is contemplating a similar move, and Haryana ratified its GST (Amendment) Bill 2023 on August 28. Adhering to its October 1 deadline, the Central Government has notified amendments to the CGST Rules 2017.
Transitioning from the legal corridors to the vibrant international poker felts, the USOP Hanoi 2023 has been a beehive of activity, boasting 38 coveted trophy events. The name resonating loudly across the poker community is that of WSOP bracelet winner Abhinav Iyer. Iyer made waves by seizing the VN₫ 1 Billion GTD Mini High Roller title, pocketing a cool VN₫ 830 Million (~₹28.51 Lakhs), marking his live tournament victory after four years. The winning streak didn’t end there; Iyer also claimed a commendable fifth place in Event #9: Superstar Challenge, augmenting his kitty by VN₫ 576 Million (~₹19.87 Lakhs). Altogether, his accolades from the series amount to VN₫ 1.406 Billion (~₹48.52 Lakhs), bestowing upon him our “PokerGuru Star of the Week” accolade.
In another notable performance, Sahil Agarwal finished eighth in Event #9: Superstar Challenge, taking home VN₫ 336 Million (~₹11.60 Lakhs).
Switching from the electrifying ambience of live poker to India’s bustling online arena, the spotlight this week was firmly on Young Gun Aayush Arya. With a staggering ₹15.16 Lakhs in total earnings, Arya, a BITS Pilani graduate, etched his name in gold by securing the 40th The MoneyMaker title. This remarkable victory, fetching him ₹11.50 Lakhs, undoubtedly anointed him as the week’s top online maestro.
The virtual felts also witnessed stellar performances from other online prodigies like Goonjan Mall, Sandeep Singh, Lavesh Meena, Pradip Ghosh, and Aryaman Arora.
The online platforms are buzzing with excitement. Pocket52 is turning up the heat with its September lineup, serving up tournaments that boast a jaw-dropping ₹10 Crores in guaranteed prizes this month.
Not to be outdone, Junglee Poker has launched the Junglee Showdown Series, active until September 10. With an enticing prize pool of ₹1 Crore, they’ve curated 77 exhilarating MTTs, ensuring every player, novice or veteran, finds their fit.
PokerSaint’s Game of Thrones V has hit the online scene in style, flaunting a prize pool of ₹3.50 Crores. The stakes? High, with opulent rewards like a Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine and a Toyota Hilux awaiting those who conquer the leaderboards.
For those seeking diverse poker experiences, PokerBet has a lot to offer. They’re rolling out a colossal ₹42 Lakhs GTD The King Tournament, coupled with the Pot Limit Omaha 6 Daily Combo League, promising enticing rewards worth ₹4 Lakhs.
The poker fervour wasn’t limited to just India and Vietnam this week – Barcelona and South Korea have also been hotspots of activity. Show-stopping plays at PokerStars EPT Barcelona and the 2023 APT Incheon ensured the global poker community had no shortage of chatter.
As we prepare to close out this week’s recap, here’s a glimpse of what’s on the horizon: The 15th edition of the Deltin Poker Tournament is set to cruise into play from October 11-16 at the lavish Casino Deltin Royale in Goa.
Online Railbird Report
Young Gun Aayush Arya emerged as the star of the online poker scene this week. With an enviable consistency across the tables, Arya collected a whopping ₹15.16 Lakhs from eleven significant finishes. His unparalleled performance has rightfully crowned him as the week’s top online poker maestro.
The highlight of Arya’s week was his triumph in PokerBaazi’s flagship ₹1 Crore GTD The MoneyMaker. Arya secured the title in the first of the four editions slated for September, marking himself as the 40th winner of India’s longest-running single flight ₹1 Crore GTD event. This singular victory accounted for an impressive ₹11.50 Lakhs of his total weekly earnings.
His top finishes include:
> 1st in PokerBaazi’s The MoneyMaker for ₹11,50,256
> 5th in PokerBaazi’s The Weekly HighRoller for ₹1,26,600
> 4th in Pocket52’s Terminator for ₹59,771
Goonjan Mall, the June leaderboard champion, delivered a spectacular performance on Sunday evening, ascending to the second spot on this week’s leaderboard. With earnings amounting to ₹10.28 Lakhs from just four significant finishes, Mall has reaffirmed his supremacy in online poker tournaments.
His top finishes include:
> 1st in Adda52 Millions for ₹7,62,880
> 5th in PokerBaazi’s BSS HighRoller for ₹2,30,750
Last week’s top online scorer, Sandeep Singh, maintained his exemplary form. With ten deep runs, Singh gathered a commendable ₹9.77 Lakhs, boasting two championship titles and two other top-three finishes. Among his notable triumphs were victories in PokerBaazi’s The Pride and Pocket52’s PPC#42 Hercules. Notably, his largest cash prize of the week came from a runner-up finish in PokerBaazi’s BSS HighRoller.
His top finishes include:
> 2nd in PokerBaazi’s BSS HighRoller for ₹3,89,675
> 1st in PokerBaazi’s The Pride for ₹2,87,892
> 1st in Pocket52’s PPC#42 Hercules for ₹1,48,585
Lavesh Meena, March’s 1000X Series Main Event runner-up finisher, emerged as one of the standout performers of the week. Raking in ₹9.64 Lakhs across seven events, Meena showcased his prowess by topping the charts in Pocket52’s PPC#47 The Bracelet and claiming victory in PokerStars India’s Galactic Series-38 [Bounty Builder HR].
His top finishes include:
> 1st in Pocket52’s PPC#34 PPC Highroller for ₹5,90,345
> 1st in PokerStars India’s Galactic Series-38 [Bounty Builder HR] for ₹2,89,065
Continuing his impressive streak from August, Pradip Ghosh delivered another outstanding performance, amassing a total of ₹8.72 Lakhs. A standout moment of his week was securing the top rank in Pocket52’s PPC#34 PPC Highroller.
His top finishes include:
> 1st in Pocket52’s PPC#34 PPC Highroller for ₹3,05,519
> 6th in PokerBaazi’s The Weekly HighRoller for ₹1,02,335
> 4th in Adda52’s Mega Suits for ₹1,96,500
Mid-stakes online wizard Aryaman Arora clinched the sixth spot on this week’s leaderboard, boosting his earnings by an impressive ₹8.38 Lakhs. His crowning achievement came last Sunday: though he just missed out on seizing The MoneyMaker title, he scored a personal best ₹7.19 Lakhs with an admirable runner-up finish.
His top finishes include:
> 2nd in PokerBaazi’s The MoneyMaker for ₹7,18,910
Vinay Rajpal, Karan Malhotra, Abhishek Goindi, Sanjay Kumar, Yash Goel and Anant Purohit were the week’s other top online scorers.
Notable Winners of the Week
Player Prize Amount Event Poker Site
Aayush Arya ₹11.50 Lakhs The MoneyMaker ₹1 Crore GTD PokerBaazi
Goonjan Mall ₹7.63 Lakhs Adda Millions ₹25 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Rajat Sharma ₹6.12 Lakhs Godfather ₹25 Lakhs GTD Add52
Arjanveer Singh Chadha ₹5.95 Lakhs Sunday Superstack ₹30 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Lavesh Meena ₹5.90 Lakhs PPC#47 The Bracelet ₹50 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Vinayak Bajaj ₹5.59 Lakhs BSS HighRoller ₹20 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
UNKNOWN ₹5.25 Lakhs The Ballers ₹20 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Gopal Bajaj ₹5.13 Lakhs Mega Suits ₹25 Lakhs GTD Adda52
“AACES71” ₹5.06 Lakhs BSS SuperStack ₹25 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Dhinesh Kumar ₹4.99 Lakhs The Elite ₹20 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
“Rebuy2survive” ₹4.91 Lakhs The Weekly HighRoller ₹12 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Vivek Singh ₹4.75 Lakhs The Summit ₹20 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“badshah123” ₹4.35 Lakhs PPC#39 Pocket Knights ₹30 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
“Kaanan” ₹4.24 Lakhs Ultron ₹18 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Rubin Labroo ₹3.81 Lakhs WTF ₹25 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Karan Radia ₹3.80 Lakhs Galactic Series-05 The Colosseum ₹18 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Kritagya Sharma ₹3.64 Lakhs Galactic Series-29 Sunday Special ₹20 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Kapil Arora ₹3.62 Lakhs PPC#35 Pocket Aces ₹25 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Sagar Soni ₹3.49 Lakhs Deepstack Turbo (6-Max) ₹15 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Dhinesh Kumar ₹3.44 Lakhs Maverick ₹15 Lakhs GTD Adda52
“Certaindeath” ₹3.41 Lakhs The Endeavour ₹20 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Aman Bhadu ₹3.39 Lakhs The Mint ₹14 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Ashish Munot ₹3.29 Lakhs Galactic Series-31 [Sunday Highroller] ₹15 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Arjun Bharadwaj ₹3.17 Lakhs WTF ₹20 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Rubin Labroo ₹3.09 Lakhs Destiny ₹15 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Pradip Ghosh ₹3.06 Lakhs PPC#34 PPC HighRoller ₹15 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Aditya Singh ₹3 Lakhs Mega Stack ₹12 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Avneesh Munjal ₹2.94 Lakhs Pocket Bullets ₹18 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Karan Malhotra ₹2.94 Lakhs PPC#31 Pocket Rockets ₹18 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
“ZonedIn” ₹2.90 Lakhs PPC#46 Ragnarok ₹20 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Sandeep Singh ₹2.88 Lakhs The Pride ₹15 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Lavesh Meena ₹2.87 Lakhs Galactic Series-38 Bounty Builder HR ₹12 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Amit Malhotra ₹2.61 Lakhs The Big Show ₹10 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Saurabh Ramola ₹2.23 Lakhs PPC#38 Predator PLO5 ₹12 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Karan Pantola ₹2.20 Lakhs WTF ₹15 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Vinayak Bajaj ₹2.17 Lakhs Galactic Series-14 [Uppercut] ₹12 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Venkat Vishwanath ₹2.09 Lakhs Sunday Showdown ₹10 Lakhs GTD Adda52
“Frostfire8055” ₹1.79 Lakhs Diamond ₹10 Lakhs GTD PokerSaint
“Thir31” ₹1.71 Lakhs Iron Man ₹8 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Varun Meena ₹1.71 Lakhs Pocket Jacks ₹10 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
“YedaRepublic” ₹1.49 Lakhs Terminator ₹8 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Anurag Srivastava ₹1.49 Lakhs PPC#30 Avenger ₹8 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
“irhs” ₹1.39 Lakhs Galactic Series-06 Steller Stack ₹6 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Kovid Saraswat ₹1.37 Lakhs Monster Stack - TDE ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Bhairab Ghosh ₹1.24 Lakhs The Money Hunt PKO ₹6 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Dhinesh Kumar ₹1.13 Lakhs Monster Turbo ₹5 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Devvrat Arya ₹1.05 Lakhs Galactic Series-15 Battleship ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Praveen Rana ₹1 Lakh (7-Max) Daily SPRINT ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“HoleyMole” ₹97K PPC#33 Brunch ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Suraj Ghosh ₹93K PPC#36 Soda ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
“showman” ₹93K Gladiator ₹5 Lakhs GTD Pocket52
Myron Pereira ₹93K Galactic Series-39 Uppercut Mini ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
Sahil Babbar ₹91K Bountynator DST ₹5 Lakhs GTD Adda52
Satyam Verma ₹85K (7-Max) Daily SPRINT ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“akhtarmo” ₹77K (7-Max) Afternoon Boost ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Dhinesh Kumar ₹77K (7-Max) Daily SPRINT ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“worthyTrips3469” ₹76K Daily Bounty ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“mahimaarrahahain” ₹76K Daily Bounty ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Archit Saraogi ₹74K Daily Bounty ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“rpthepoet” ₹73K Eliminator - TDE ₹3.5 Lakhs GTD PokerStars India
“adi1108” ₹71K (7-Max) Daily SPRINT ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Hensal Praveen Thakur ₹71K Daily 1000X ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Rahul Purohit ₹69K Daily 1000x ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
“joker1811” ₹69K Daily 1000X ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Shreyas Mantri ₹67K Daily 1000X ₹5 Lakhs GTD PokerBaazi
Mohsin Shaikh ₹49K Daily Turbo ₹2.5 Lakhs GTD Spartan Poker
Pocket52’s September Extravaganza: ₹10 Crores in Guaranteed Tournament Prizes!
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping September on Pocket52! A colossal ₹10 Crores prize pool is up for grabs across all tournaments running on the poker network from September 4 – 21. With buy-ins ranging from ₹440 to ₹11,000. The daily flagship starts at 7 PM daily and peaks with the 8 PM headliner.
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Junglee Poker’s ₹1 Crore GTD Showdown Series Underway (August 31 – September 10)
Junglee Poker is back with another exhilarating tournament series, the Junglee Showdown Series, spanning August 31 to September 10. This dynamic series boasts 77 adrenaline-fueled tournaments and offers a staggering guaranteed prize pool of ₹1 Crore. Catering to both newcomers and seasoned professionals, the series promises exciting tournaments with significant prizes for all.
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PokerSaint’s Game of Thrones V: Battle for ₹3.50 Crores & Luxury Cars (September 4 to October 1)
PokerSaint’s Game of Thrones V cash game promotion is now underway! Dive into the cash tables from September 4 to October 1 and compete for a slice of the staggering ₹3.50 Crores prize pool. Lead the leaderboard, and you could drive away in luxury in a spanking new Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine or a Toyota Hilux.
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Dive Into Pokerbet’s ₹42 Lakhs GTD The King Tournament (September 4 – October 1)
Dive into Pokerbet India’s The King challenge, running from September 4 to October 1, boasting a grand prize pool of ₹42 Lakhs ($50,000)! Secure your crown and earn a unique badge of honour. With buy-in stages starting at a daily $5.50 and culminating in the $330 Grand Finale, there’s an opportunity for every player.
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Win Big in PokerBet’s Pot Limit Omaha 6 Daily Combo League (September 7 – 17)
For PLO-6 enthusiasts, Pokerbet is hosting the Pot Limit Omaha 6 Daily Combo League from September 7-17, offering a ₹4 Lakh ($5,000) prize pot. Make the best full house combo with Pocket Kings and bag the ₹16,000 ($200) top prize daily at tables of limits $0.25/$0.50 (₹20/₹40) and above.
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2023 USOP Hanoi Updates
The 2023 USOP Hanoi is off to a blazing start at the Crown Poker Club. This thrilling series boasts 38 trophy events from September 1 to 11, drawing poker aficionados globally.
India’s first WSOP solo bracelet champion, Young Gun Abhinav Iyer, stole the limelight on day one of the festival by conquering the VN₫ 1 Billion GTD Mini High Roller. He clinched a substantial reward of VN₫ 830 Million (~₹28.51 Lakhs), marking his maiden live title victory in four years since his celebrated bracelet triumph. Pierre Husson closely trailed, securing the runner-up position with a commendable VN₫ 515.60 Million.
Further brightening the Indian flag was Amit Kaushik, who clinched fourth place, pocketing VN₫ 206 Million (~₹7.08 Lakhs), and Young Gun Anuj Yadav, finishing sixth with VN₫ 135 Million (~₹4.64 Lakhs).
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Russia’s Anatolii Gorbushin set the tables on fire, dominating the VN₫ 3 Billion GTD Event #1: Mystery Bounty for his maiden live tournament victory and a record prize of VN₫ 722.50 Million. A heads-up deal further amplified Le Xuan Long‘s runner-up prize to an impressive VN₫ 562.50 Million.
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Vietnam’s own Hoang Hai Nam delivered a remarkable performance in the VN₫ 2.50 Billion GTD Event #9: VN₫ 120 Million Superstar Challenge. Setting a personal best, Nam bagged the title and escalated his career earnings to an astounding VN₫ 3 Billion. In a nail-biting showdown, he bested Malaysia’s Ian Lee in the heads-up play. Lee took home a stunning VN₫ 1.90 Billion for his runner-up finish.
Hot on the heels of his initial triumph, Abhinav Iyer showed no signs of slowing down, securing a fifth-place finish in Event #9: Superstar Challenge, pocketing VN₫ 576 Million (~₹19.87 Lakhs). So far, Iyer’s staggering cumulative winnings in the series stand at VN₫ 1.406 Billion (~₹48.52 Lakhs), rightfully earning him our “PokerGuru Star of the Week” title.
Not to be overshadowed, Sahil Agarwal made his presence felt by adding another feather to his cap. He clinched the eighth spot in the Event #9: Superstar Challenge, walking away with VN₫ 336 Million (~₹11.60 Lakhs).
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2023 APT Incheon Updates
The 2023 Asian Poker Tour (APT) Incheon wrapped up in style at Paradise City Casino on September 3, setting new milestones in APT history. The event shattered records for participation and prize pools, establishing itself as South Korea’s grandest poker festival. Highlights include the most opulent Superstar Challenge ever held and twin APT South Korea records set for participation and prize pool in the Main Event and the Double Stack.
Japan’s Shoichiro Tamaki made history by emerging victorious in the largest and the richest APT Main Event ever held in South Korea. He walked away with a staggering KRW 271.44 Million (~US $1,411,975) and the prestigious Golden Lion trophy.
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Thailand’s Thanisorn Saelor took down the KRW 4.50 Million APT High Roller, walking away with the Bronze Lion trophy and a hefty KRW 171.920 Million prize, marking it as his second-best career cash.
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Complete List of 2023 APT Incheon Winners
Event Name Winner Prize (KRW)
Event 1: APT Kickoff - KRW 175,000,000 GTD - Final Day Hong Ru Zhang 2,93,60,019
Event 2: Single Day High Roller - Freezeout - 8 Max Abraham Abdulla Ceesvin 3,73,98,000
Event 3: PL Omaha 5 Card - Hi-Lo (Big O) Fumihiro Yasoshima 27,13,200
Event 4: NL 2-7 - Single Draw - Turbo Craig Anthony Cooper 16,34,700
Event 5: Turbo Cheuk Him Tsang 59,40,000
Event 6: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Chien-Chih Weng 35,90,300
Event 7: Limit R-O-S-E (Razz, Omaha Hi-Lo, Stud, Stud Hi-Lo) Itsuko Yoroi 21,98,000
Event 8: Mystery Bounty Hunter KRW 225,000,000 GTD - Sponsored by Natural8 - Final Day Dicky Siu Hang Tsang 3,25,61,200
Event 9: APT Super High Roller - 8 Max - KRW 250,000,000 GTD - Final Day Milos Petakovic 14,56,50,000
Event 10: PL Omaha Shion Ogawa 69,67,000
Event 11: NL Single Draw Mix (A-5, 2-7) - Turbo Masaki Nakamura 31,00,800
Event 12: Turbo Jung Chou Chen 70,81,000
Event 13: Midnight Tick Tock - Win the Button - (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Martijn Johannes Gerrits 40,53,100
Event 14: Nine Game - 7 Max (NLH, Stud, Omaha Hi-Lo, Razz, PL Omaha, L Hold'em, NL 2-7, Stud Hi-Lo, 2-7 Triple Draw) Yuichiro Ishimoto 39,61,200
Event 15: Sunday Super Stack - KRW 100,000,000 GTD Bastien Joly 2,91,07,500
Event 16: Single Day High Roller - 8 Max Hong Ru Zhang 5,95,15,500
Event 17: PL Omaha - 5 Card Hon Leung Ip 55,71,500
Event 19: Turbo Yutaro Imamura 1,10,14,000
Event 20: NL Single Draw Mix (A-5, 2-7, Badugi) - Turbo Kin Tung Wong 29,07,000
Event 21: Super Hold'em (3 Hole Cards, Use 0,1,2,3 Cards) - Hyper Turbo Bao Qiang Ho 30,08,900
Event 22: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Toru Sahara 44,78,300
Event 23: Limit Triple Draw Mix (A-5, 2-7, Badugi) Takuma Ito 30,08,900
Event 24: APT Main Event - KRW 1,300,000,000 GTD - Final Day Shoichiro Tamaki 27,14,47,000
Event 25: PL Omaha Tsuyoshi Yanagida 73,30,000
Event 26: Superstar Challenge - 8 Max Jun Hao Wu 17,76,60,000
Event 27: Seoul Starleague Bounty - Sponsored by Natural8 Vladislav Klepikov 1,24,11,500
Event 29: PL Omaha 5 Card - Hi-Lo (Big O) King Lun Lau Alan 30,08,900
Event 30: Turbo Bao Qiang Ho 1,14,99,500
Event 31: Deuces Wild - Hyper Turbo Karen Ka Yan Tsang 37,49,800
Event 32: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Martijn Johannes Gerrits 39,61,200
Event 33: Limit 2-7 & Badugi - Triple Draw Jeffrey Kuen Wai Lo 34,88,400
Event 34: PL Omaha - Hi-Lo Chunsan Fan 51,68,000
Event 35: Single Day High Roller - Mystery Bounty - 8 Max (50/50 Bounty) Katsuki Yamashita 7,79,82,000
Event 36: NL Hold'em - Freezeout Shiina Okamoto 2,27,56,000
Event 37: Women's Event Yuri Ishida 48,19,700
Event 39: NL H-E-R-O-S (Hold'em, Stud Hi-Lo, Razz, Omaha Hi-Lo, Stud) - Turbo Yan Shing Tsang 41,25,000
Event 40: Turbo Yuki Hirata 1,59,18,000
Event 41: Lazy Rivers (Individual River Card Face Up) - Hyper Turbo Jakkapong Sreprasom 35,76,000
Event 42: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Hongjie Wang 59,77,700
Event 43: Limit - Triple Stud (Razz, Stud, Stud Hi-Lo) Kenji Kurashina 26,45,600
Event 44: NL Hold'em - Single Re-Entry Reiji Kono 1,97,49,000
Event 45: Single Day High Roller - 8 Max Sparrow Cheung 8,56,30,000
Event 46: Omaholic (Omaha High - PL Pre / NL Post) - Sponsored by Natural8 Wai Kin Wong 53,34,500
Event 47: Women's Event Hua-Wei Lin 58,75,200
Event 48: Double Stack - Turbo Jun Hao Wu 1,58,51,500
Event 49: NL 2-7 Single Draw - Turbo Keita Yamashiro 42,88,800
Event 50: Double Board, Single Winner - Hyper Turbo Mingzhi Ma 40,05,500
Event 51: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Jun Yi Ong 74,20,900
Event 52: Single Day High Roller - 8 Max Wai Kin Suen 8,24,90,000
Event 53: Zodiac Classic - Single Re-Entry - Sponsored by Natural8 - Final Day - KRW 200,000,000 GTD Daiki Shingae 4,68,26,000
Event 54: Rivers (Individual River Card Face Down) - Hyper Turbo Sparrow Cheung 37,84,100
Event 55: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Yen Fu Pan 67,26,200
Event 56: PL Omaha 5 Card - Hi-Lo (Big O) Kaoru Kishimoto 52,70,500
Event 57: Single Day High Roller - 8 Max Chi-Jen Chu 9,84,20,000
Event 58: Double Stack - Final Day - KRW 150,000,000 GTD Riku Mieda 4,56,04,000
Event 59: NL Single Draw Mix (A-5, 2-7) - Turbo Milos Skrbic 41,96,900
Event 60: Turbo Marie Kabaki 97,16,500
Event 62: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Maromu Awaya 47,73,000
Event 63: Mini Main Event - KRW 200,000,000 GTD - Final Day Craig Anthony Cooper 4,47,84,700
Event 64: APT High Roller - 8 Max - KRW 350,000,000 GTD - Final Day Thanisorn Saelor 17,19,39,500
Event 65: NL Hold'em - Freezeout Teng-Kuei Hsu 2,69,40,000
Event 66: Crazy Pineapple (Get 3, discard 1 post flop) - Hyper Turbo Shinya Maeda 52,09,200
Event 67: Midnight Tick Tock (Levels decrease every hour 20/15/10/5) Ka Chun Tsu 62,32,900
Event 68: Limit Omaha Hi-Lo Shion Ogawa 19,74,200
Event 69: Last Chance High Roller Yu Chung Chang 6,19,34,000
Event 70: Micro Main Event XiaoHui Wang 1,51,82,500
Event 71: Hyper Turbo Kannapong Thanarattrakul 1,24,56,000
Event 72: Short Deck - Hyper Turbo Daisuke Yamada 50,01,500
Event 73: Tick Tock BOOM! (Levels decrease every hour 15/10/5/2) Fang Puyen 42,87,800
2023 PokerStars EPT Barcelona Updates
The seventh edition of the PokerStars EPT Barcelona took place in the prestigious Casino Barcelona. The spectacular series unfolded from August 21 to September 3.
France’s Simon Wiciak dominated the day-end counts for the last three days in the prestigious €5,300 EPT Main Event to secure his maiden live title and a massive €1,134,375 cash prize. A three-way deal led to substantial rewards for Brazil’s João Sydenstricker (2nd for €1,048,550) and Britain’s Carl Shaw (3rd for €901,070).
Paawan Bansal stood out as the sole Indian player to cross the money line in the Main Event, securing 133rd place and bagging €15,550. This marked his top live score this year and his highest cash finish at an EPT event.
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Hong Kong’s Ka Kwan Lau triumphed in the 2 €10,300 High Roller, seizing the prized PokerStars Shard trophy and a staggering €910,400! France’s ‘O M’ (anonymity requested) clinched second place in a noteworthy finish, bagging a substantial €568,750 prize.
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Other standout winners in the series include Tom Orpaz (Won €50K Super High Roller Second Chance for €442,440) and Ricardo De Andrade (Won €3K Mystery Bounty for €374,064).
With this, we conclude this week’s roundup of the latest news updates and developments from the poker world. We will return again next week with another weekly report. Stay tuned.
