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GGMillion$ Week x WSOP Paradise – The Ultimate High-Roller Experience

Published October 15, 2024

Play for a share of millions in guaranteed prizes from October 20 through October 28

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, today announces that GGMillion$ Week returns in an epic collaboration with the prestigious $50M-guaranteed WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. Running from October 20 to October 28, GGMillion$ Week will offer players the ultimate high-roller experience, featuring millions in guaranteed prize pools and the chance to play in one of the most prestigious live poker tournaments ever.

WSOP Paradise Super Main Event Online Day 1: Your Ticket to a Record-Breaking Live Event

At the heart of this event is the highly anticipated WSOP Paradise Super Main Event Online Day 1, set to take place on October 27. This online tournament marks the beginning of a journey that will take players from their screens to the live poker felt in December. At least 30 survivors from Online Day 1 will advance to Day 3 of the WSOP Paradise Super Main Event in the Bahamas and be guaranteed a piece of the record-setting $50,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.

For players looking to secure their spot in poker history, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete at one of the richest poker events ever held.

GGMillion$ Week Highlights

GGMillion$ Week promises to be an electrifying series, with its flagship $10,300 GGMillion$ Main Event on October 28 offering a massive $5,000,000 guaranteed prize pool and a winner’s prize of at least $1M. This is where the world’s elite poker players converge, but it doesn’t stop there.

To further sweeten the pot, players that take part in both the GGMillion$ Main Event and the WSOP Paraside Super Main Event Online Day 1 will receive complimentary entry to the $1M Super Saver Invitational Freeroll at WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas.

• – Dates: October 20 – 28, 2024
• – GGMillion$ Main Event Buy-in: $10,300
• – WSOP Paradise Super Main Event Buy-in: $26,000

Unique Features of GGMillion$

GGMillion$ has carved out a niche in the poker calendar, offering exclusive benefits and engaging features:

• – Global Poker Rankings: Climbing the GGMillion$ All-Time Ranking boosts your status in the global poker community
• – Win Alongside Your Favorite Players With PokerStake: Support your poker heroes and share in the prizes they win by buying a piece of their action on PokerStake.com
• – Partnerships with Live Events: This series seamlessly combines online and live poker in partnership with events like WSOP Paradise, allowing players to transition between the two worlds

The excitement will peak on Tuesday, October 29th, 18:15 (UTC+0), when the final table of the GGMillion$ Main Event will be broadcast live. Fans can watch the best players in the world compete for poker glory as the ultimate high-roller week concludes spectacularly.

Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker, expressed his excitement for the forthcoming series: “With a comprehensive schedule of high-stakes action, including a variety of events catering to the most serious of poker professionals, GGMillion$ Week ensures that there’s something for every player looking to make their mark!”

To find out more about GGMillion$ Week, including the next WSOP Paradise Super Main Event Online Day 1, please visit: https://ggpoker.com/tournaments/ggmillions-week/

Caesars Entertainment Closes Sale of World Series of poker^® Brand to NSUS Group for US$500 million

Published October 29, 2024

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced the closing of the previously announced sale of its intellectual property rights for the World Series of Poker^® (“WSOP”) brand to NSUS Group Inc. (“NSUS”). As previously disclosed, the transaction includes US$250 million in cash and a $250 million promissory note due five years after the transaction’s closing secured by the WSOP intellectual property assets being sold.

Caesars retains the right from NSUS to host the flagship WSOP live tournament series at its Las Vegas casinos for the next 20 years and will receive a license from NSUS to continue operating its recently upgraded wsop online real-money poker business in Nevada, New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania for the foreseeable future but will otherwise be restricted from operating online peer-to-peer real-money poker operations for a specified period of time and subject to certain exceptions. In addition, brick-and-mortar poker rooms currently operated by Caesars will continue to feature WSOP branding, and Caesars destinations will continue to enjoy preferential rights to host live WSOP Circuit events going forward.

Concurrent to the transaction, several long-time WSOP executives will transition to key leadership roles within the NSUS team. Ty Stewart will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the newly formed WSOP subsidiary, while Gregory Chochon has accepted the position of Chief Operating Officer. Erik Eidissen also joins as Communications Manager. With more than 30 years of combined experience managing the WSOP brand, these employees will lead the next phase of growth and integration under new ownership.

GGPoker Announces The Return of Flip & Go Millionaire With $1M Guaranteed Prize Pool

Published October 31, 2024

Skip the ‘boring bits’ and flip straight into the money from November 1

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is excited to announce the return of its hugely popular Flip & Go Millionaire tournament. Running from November 1 through November 11, this thrilling event offers players the chance to win a share of $1,000,000 guaranteed—all for a low $11 buy-in!

For the third consecutive year, GGPoker’s Flip & Go Millionaire series promises to deliver fast-paced action and a unique tournament format that has captivated players around the world. The Flip & Go format, which lets players “skip the grind” and jump directly into the most exciting stages of the game, has grown in popularity with both recreational and seasoned players alike.

“Flip & Go Millionaire has quickly become a favorite event in the GGPoker calendar,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. “The beauty of this format is that it offers the perfect mix of luck and skill, allowing everyone a shot at life-changing money in no time at all. The fact that we’re hosting it for the third year in a row speaks volumes about how much our players love it.”

The tournament format is simple but thrilling:

• Flip Stage: After registration ends, players go all-in immediately, with each player receiving three hole cards and discarding one before the hand plays out. Win the flip, and you’re on your way!
• Go Stage: Players who advance past the Flip Stage are immediately in the money and continue playing in a standard No-Limit Hold’em structure until a winner is crowned.

With hourly Flip Stages running every day up until November 11, and the Go Stage set for 19:00 UTC on November 11, players will have plenty of opportunities to secure their spot and chase their share of the $1,000,000 prize pool.

For those looking to satellite their way into the event, qualifiers start as low as $0.11, making Flip & Go Millionaire accessible to every player.

Don’t miss your chance to get in on the action! Register now and flip your way to a share of a million.

To find out more about Flip & Go Millionaire 2024, please visit: https://ggpoker.com/tournaments/flip-and-go-millionaire/

GGPoker Unveils Unmissable Black Friday Week Deals: Play for Less, Win Big!

Published November 12, 2024

November 25 – December 2, 2024 – A Week of Unmatched Poker Value

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is excited to announce Black Friday Week, offering poker enthusiasts an incredible opportunity to enjoy their favorite tournaments with drastically reduced buy-ins—up to 90% off—while keeping the same generous prize guarantees. From November 25 to December 2, players can compete in some of GGPoker’s most popular events at a fraction of the usual cost.

With flagship tournaments like the $1,000,000 GTD Bounty Hunters HR Main Event (buy-in reduced by 50%) and the $500,000 GTD GGMasters (buy-in reduced by 40%), poker players can maximize their value like never before. Discounts apply across a wide range of tournaments, including daily favorites and weekend specials.

“We’ve tailored Black Friday Week to offer the best value for our players,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. “Whether you’re a regular grinding your favorite events or trying out GGPoker for the first time, these discounts make it easier than ever to experience the thrill of competing for massive prize pools without breaking the bank.”

Black Friday Highlights Include:

• Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
  • $1,000,000 GTD
  • 50% Buy-In Discount ($262.50 from $525)
• GGMasters
  • $500,000 GTD
  • 40% Buy-In Discount ($90 from $150)
• Saturday Session: GGMasters Bounty
  • $100,000 GTD
  • 90% Buy-In Discount ($10.80 from $108)
• The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
  • $100,000 GTD
  • 60% Buy-In Discount ($21.60 from $54)

From casual players to high rollers, Black Friday Week ensures there’s a seat for everyone at the GGPoker tables. Every tournament listed in the Black Friday schedule promises the same excitement and guaranteed prize pools, but with buy-ins dramatically slashed.

Get Started Today!
New players can download the GGPoker app and sign up today to take part in Black Friday Week. And there’s more—new sign-ups are eligible for GGPoker’s Welcome Bonus and can unlock rewards through the Honeymoon for Newcomers promotion.

Don’t Miss Out!
With limited-time discounts across GGPoker’s tournament schedule, Black Friday Week is the perfect chance to experience top-tier poker action at unbeatable prices.

To find out more about Black Friday Week 2024, please visit: https://ggpoker.com/promotions/black-friday-week/

 

*Not all promotions are available in all regions*

GGPoker Unveils $24M End Of Year Giveaway – Celebrate December with Over $24 Million in Prizes!

Published November 26, 2024

December 1 through 31 – GGPoker to say #Thanks2024 with ticket drops, daily rewards and more

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is excited to announce its $24M End of Year Giveaway, an extraordinary month-long festival running from December 1 to December 31, 2024. Packed with giveaways, tournaments, and rewards, the promotion is designed to delight players of all levels and close out the year in style.

The $24M prize pool includes the following highlights:

• $1M Paradise Online Ticket Drops: Randomly distributed tournament tickets during the upcoming WSOP Paradise Online series
• $12M 12 Days of Christmas Gift Boxes: Daily rewards for players logging in from December 15 to December 26
• $1M End of Year #Thanks2024 Flipout Tournament: A fast-paced, unique event running December 27 to December 31
• $10M December Cash Game Giveaway: Monthly leaderboards and promotions across GGPoker’s popular poker variants, plus $2.5M in GGCare & GGCheers rewards and $1M in bonuses for new players joining GGPoker in December

$1M Paradise Online Ticket Drops

Players participating in WSOP Paradise Online tournaments – running December 1 through December 15 – will automatically get a shot at winning one of $1M worth of tournament tickets, which will be dropped randomly as each event plays out. These tickets can be used to access some of the most exciting tournaments in the WSOP Paradise Online series, offering a shot at major prize pools.

$12M 12 Days of Christmas Gift Boxes

From December 15 to December 26, every player who logs in will receive a daily Christmas Gift Box. These festive surprises include:

• C$ Rewards
• Tournament Tickets
• Daily $100K Freeroll Tickets
• Sit & Go Tickets
• Snow Splash Items

Unwrapping a new surprise every day ensures that the holiday season is both fun and rewarding for GGPoker players.

$1M End of Year #Thanks2024 Flipout Tournament

To wrap up the year, GGPoker will host its #Thanks2024 Flipout Tournament, running from December 27 to December 31 and open to all GGCheers and GGCares qualifiers during this time. This fast-paced, unique format automatically pushes every player all-in each hand, creating an adrenaline-fueled path to big prizes. Qualifying is simple, and the players that make it through to Stage 3 will share in a $1M prize pool.

$10M December Cash Game Giveaway and more!

GGPoker’s popular monthly leaderboards will distribute $6.5M in prizes across multiple game variants, including:

• Rush & Cash
• Omaha
• All-In or Fold
• Short Deck Poker

Another $2.5M will be awarded through the long-running GGCare & GGCheers promotions, which reward players for bad beats, coolers, and lucky moments alike. Additionally, new players joining in December can claim up to $1M in bonuses, including welcome packages and daily freerolls.

“2024 has been an incredible year, and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than by giving back to our players,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. “With over $24M in prizes, including tournament tickets, cash giveaways, and festive rewards, the End of Year Giveaway ensures that every player, whether they’re seasoned grinders or just starting out, has the chance to finish the year on a high note. It’s our way of saying thank you and welcoming even more players to the GGPoker family!”

Your shot at a home entertainment setup worth $2k! – With your first deposit

Published December 2, 2024

New to GGPoker? We’ve got a special welcome tournament just for you! Make your first deposit before 5th Jan 2025, and you’ll bag a ticket to one of our ‘Everyone’s a winner’ tournaments.  Here’s what’s on the table:

Tournament Details

Start dates – Monday 23rd, 30th, 6th December 2024
Start time – 8pm UK time
Tournament name – “Everyone’s a winner” tournament
Find “Everyone’s a Winner” under the Tournaments tab in the GGPoker client.

Prizes

1st Place Finisher – Home entertainment setup worth $2,000. (Credited as cash into winner’s GGPoker account)
2nd – 100th Place – Share of a T$1,000 prize pool
101+ Place – Tournament reward credited to your GGPoker account

How to Join

1. Make your first deposit between 2nd December 2024 – 5th January 2025
2. Get your tournament ticket automatically credited
3. Find “Everyone’s a Winner” under the Tournaments tab in the GGPoker client
4. Choose your day and hit register

It’s one tournament per new player, so bring your A-game! Are you ready to spruce up your home entertainment setup?

 

Terms and Conditions:

• Players must be aged 18 and above to participate in this promotion.

• Please note that GGPoker’s main game currency is USD ($), other currencies such as GBP (£) are only used for illustrative purposes and subject to currency exchange rate fluctuations.

• ‘Everyone’s a Winner’ tournaments will run on GGPoker: 23 Dec ‘24, 30 Dec ’24, and 6 Jan ‘25 (20:00 UK time).

• 1st place finisher wins home entertainment setup worth $2,000. Prize will be credited in $ into the winner’s GGPoker account. 2-100 finishers win share of T$1,000 (more info on T$ here). Remaining participants will be credited with a tournament reward to their GGPoker account.

• To qualify for 1 x ‘Everyone’s a Winner’ tournament, new players must make a first deposit of $10 or more between 2 December 2024 – 5 January 2025. Open to new players only.

• Tickets to ‘Everyone’s a Winner’ tournament will be automatically credited. To play, you must click on ‘tournaments’ in the client, search ‘Everyone’s a winner’ and click register for your chosen day.

• Only UK players are eligible to participate in this promotion.

• Please note that prize pools and jackpot guarantees are subject to change and some amounts listed on this website may not be current; please check the guarantee amounts listed in the tournament lobby of the GGPoker app for up-to-date prize pool information.

GGPoker Announces $100M-Guaranteed Winter Giveaway Series

Published December 10, 2024

Massive $5M in Free Cash added to tournament prize pools this holiday season

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is bringing the holiday spirit to poker enthusiasts around the globe with the launch of its $100M Winter Giveaway Series, running from December 15, 2024, to January 13, 2025. The series guarantees an incredible $100 million in prizes and introduces an exciting twist: GGPoker will add 5% of each tournament’s guarantee amount to the prize pool in free cash, totaling an unprecedented $5 million in added prizes for players.

“At GGPoker, we are always looking for ways to make the poker experience more thrilling and rewarding for our players. The $100M Winter Giveaway Series represents our biggest holiday celebration yet, and adding $5M in free cash to the prize pools is our way of saying thank you to everyone that loves playing in our tournaments,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker.

Series Highlights

This year’s Winter Giveaway Series features marquee tournaments that every poker fan will want to play:

• #1: $125 Season’s Greetings Opener [Mystery Bounty]:
  • December 15, 2024, at 18:00 UTC
  • $1M GTD, with $50K in free cash added

• #2: $50 Winter is Coming 6-Max Opener [Final Day]:
  • December 16, 2024, at 18:00 UTC
  • $1M GTD, with $50K in free cash added

• #9: $25 Santa’s Sled Bounty Turbo [Final Stage]:
  • December 23, 2024, at 18:00 UTC
  • $2M GTD, with $100K in free cash added

• #16: $108 Omaholic Mystery Ball [Final Day]:
  • December 30, 2024, at 18:00 UTC
  • $750K GTD, with $37.5K in free cash added

• #23: $11 Happy New Year [Final Day]:
  • January 6, 2025, at 18:00 UTC
  • $1M GTD, with $50K in free cash added

• #30: $250 Winter Giveaway Grand Finale [Day 2]:
  • January 13, 2025, at 18:00 UTC
  • $3M GTD, with $150K in free cash added

Event Schedule

In addition to the highlight events, the Winter Giveaway Series will feature a packed schedule of tournaments, offering buy-ins to suit players of all levels. From daily events to massive GTD championships, there’s something for everyone this holiday season.

Players can join the action by downloading the GGPoker app and registering for their favorite tournaments. New players are also eligible to claim GGPoker’s Welcome Bonus and join the rewards-rich Fish Buffet loyalty program.

For full details about the $100M Winter Giveaway Series, please visit: https://ggpoker.com/tournaments/winter-giveaway-series/

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