Mark your Calendars from January 2 to 8, the Festival of Poker will be the greatest kickoff for 2016. Book your tickets and hotel accomodations now, and be part of the much awaited tournament.
The Festival of Poker will be the greatest kickoff for 2016. As Season 9 starts in Manila, the World Poker Tour (WPT) National Philippines will commence on the 4th of January till the 8th. A massive following of players both here and in the international scene are expected to join in this grandest WPT event in Manila, all vying for the prestige of becoming the WPT National Philippines 2016 champion.
Poker King Cup kickstarts the festivities on January 2nd, with a prize pot of 50,000 USD guaranteed – that’s whopping PHP2,350,000, making the champ an instant multimillionaire overnight. PKC is headed by Winfred Yu, a poker player, a visionary and an entrepreneur. He brought the big games in Macau and he now bringing it to Manila. Winfred has once again prove that his vision in making Manila one of the future gem in poker.
Banging the new year with the Triton Cup Super High Roller Series – Cali Cup with a $200,000 BuyIn. Triton Super High Roller (SHR) Series – Cali Cup begins from January 3 – 4. The much- awaited SHR is jampacked with the best of the best from the professional poker sphere mixed with some of the most powerful and influential businessmen around the world. With a USD 200,000 buy-in, we are sure to see live poker action of epic proportions here in Manila like we’ve never seen before.
The WPT National Philippines will commence on the 4th of January till the 8th. A massive following of players both here and in the international scene are expected to join in this grandest WPT event in Manila, all vying for the prestige of becoming the WPT National Philippines 2016 champion.
Event Date: January 2 – 8, 2016
Time: 1PM onwards
Venue: Solaire Resort – Grand Ballroom
Main Event Buy-In: $1,500 + $150
Last year, Tetsuya Tsuchikawa , the CardFather of Japan, won the first ever WPT National Philippines 2014 Championship title. Calm and strong, like his victorious hand. He knows when to call from a strong contender like Kevin Ang from Malaysia. As the skill comes handy in every decision to make.
Solaire Resort is the official residence of the World Poker Tour (WPT) National Philippines, on its 2nd year. The hotel prides itself as a premier gaming hub showcasing luxury and exquisite lifestyle amenities fit for a king. Enjoy their award winning cakes by their cascading waterfall at The Oasis Garden, or have a sunset dip at their majestic pool. Shop til you drop at their fine luxury boutique stores offering all the magnificence that you may want, from eyewear and watches down to the shoes. Feeling hungry? Grab a bite at any of their many restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, from authentic Asian to fresh vegetarian plates.
The World Poker Tour (WPT) Players’ Party to be held at the Solaire Resort and Casino Manila will be the biggest, grandest and best ever poker party! Featuring these acts: Mocha Girls, Those Damn Nerds, DJ Ron Poe (Ronian Poe), Boys Night Out’s Sam YG, Aliya Parcs, Aerial silk, The Emerald Dancers
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