The Weekend Round Up – November 10, 2024
Welcome to this week’s GGPoker Weekend Roundup, where we dive into the thrilling highlights and surprising turns from the past weekend’s big online poker tournaments. From substantial prize pools to climactic final table showdowns, this recap covers the moments that made this weekend unforgettable. For both seasoned players and avid fans, this what you don’t want to miss.
A Weekend of Poker Action
The virtual tables were alive with global competition, especially in marquee events like The Weekender. Players showed off skillful reads, fearless bluffs, and carefully calculated strategies, each hand adding to the excitement and unpredictability of the game. The stakes reached new heights, and every showdown was a reminder of why poker continues to captivate.
Rising stars challenged established pros, and the weekend saw fierce performances and unforgettable milestones. Let’s look at the top tournaments of the weekend and celebrate the standout players who left their indelible mark.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty once again captivated Omaha enthusiasts, drawing a skilled lineup of PLO players on GGPoker. With a $100,000 guaranteed prize pool and a reasonable $54 buy-in, the tournament attracted a formidable crowd of 1,895 players. The final prize pool included an overlay of over $5,800, which added extra excitement for competitors in this highly anticipated event. After multiple Day 1 flights, 348 players advanced to the final day, each one eyeing a share of the pot.
In a thrilling finale that wrapped up in just over 5.25 hours, ‘JackieChan17’ emerged victorious, taking home $6,856.75, along with a nice addition of $6,225.15 in bounty rewards. Finishing as the last knockout of the tournament, ‘BoloYoung69’ finished in second place, earning $6,853.33 and adding $975.69 in bounties after the tense heads-up showdown. Completing the top trio, ‘KKeittymoon’ claimed $5,305.83, plus $1,350.98 in bounty winnings.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The energy remained high with the Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty], a crowd-pleaser with a massive $600,000 guaranteed prize pool. An impressive turnout of 7,042 players elevated the prize pool to $699,693.12, setting the stage for an evening of suspenseful gameplay. After almost 9.5 hours of intense competition, ‘Andrei Kobenko’ claimed victory, earning $38,318.56, with an additional $2,032 in bounty payouts.
The runner-up, ‘Julio Chia’ took home $28,730.28, along with a decent $3,208 in bounty rewards. Third place went to ‘Novelle’ who secured $21,544.67, plus $1,516 in bounties. One of the night’s most exciting moments was the reveal of the top mystery bounty—a massive $44,000 prize. The lucky recipient of this incredible bounty was ‘CouldntCareLess’ who finished in 129th place but walked away with a total of $44,350.32, thanks mainly to the massive bounty. This thrilling twist showcased the unique excitement of mystery bounties, where any hand can lead to life-changing winnings.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
This week’s Sunday High Rollers Main Event took center stage as a Bounty Edition, part of the prestigious Bounty Hunters Series, and drew high-stakes players eager to claim a share of the $500,000 guaranteed prize pool. With a $1,500 buy-in, the tournament attracted 440 of the best bounty hunters on the felt, driving the prize pool up to a remarkable $627,000 and intensifying the competition for top payouts.
With only the top 51 finishers reaching the money, the tournament turned into a fierce, ten-and-a-third-hour-long battle for the top prizes. Ultimately, ‘Skumi’ clinched the top spot, earning $33,076.39, along with a number of bounty rewards totalling $42,232.26. Finishing just behind was ‘Garik Tamasian’ who finished in second place, taking home $42,231.96 along with a bounty prize of $19,382.62. Rounding out the top three was ‘MisterAnderson’ who claimed $33,557.39, with an additional $11,585.55 in bounty winnings. The high-stakes action and substantial rewards were non-stop throughout this prestigious event in the Bounty Hunters Series.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
The next highly anticipated event in the Bounty Hunters Series was The Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event, delivering yet another electrifying experience for players. With an affordable $54 buy-in paired with a substantial $750,000 guarantee, the tournament drew an impressive 18,536 entries, pushing the prize pool to a noteworthy $920,686.48.
After nearly 10.5 hours, ‘No1Jc’ emerged as the champion after a chop with the eventual second place players, ‘yong2007’. For the top spot, ‘No1Jc’ earned $35,911.74 and captured an additional $20,877.25 in bounties, while ‘yong2007’ earned $35,904.77 and $1,808.58 in bounties. Finishing in third, ‘LobyPewis’ walked away with $$28,527.56, plus an additional $7,467.28 in bounty winnings.
A Monster Bluff:
Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
The largest prize pool of the weekend belonged to the Bounty Hunters HR Main Event, a centerpiece in this year’s Bounty Hunters Series. This high-stakes tournament featured a staggering $1,000,000 guarantee, attracting top-tier players eager for big wins. With a $525 buy-in, the event drew an impressive 2,791 players, raising the prize pool to a whopping $1,395,500.
Following a grueling 10-hour-and-45-minute battle, ‘Felipe Morelli’ emerged victorious, securing the top prize of $71,296.05, which was supplemented by a substantial $65,419.39 in bounties. Just behind, ‘Kirill Rogov’ claimed the runner-up spot, earning $71,294.72 along with $7,910.17 in bounty rewards. Completing the podium was ‘MrDisasterPants’, who pocketed $56,650.63 with an additional $22,712.21 in bounties.
GGMasters Bounty $320
Another exciting addition to the Bounty Hunters Series this weekend was the GGMasters Bounty Special Edition, which stepped in for the usual GGMasters Bounty Freezeout. This Special Edition event gave players a chance to compete for a boosted $400,000 guarantee with a $320 buy-in, and the response was impressive. A total of 1,684 players registered, pushing the prize pool up to $501,158.40 and creating an intense, high-stakes atmosphere.
After over 11 hours of incredible play, ‘Empathic_Style’ emerged as the champion, earning $27,126.41 along with $29,405.27 in bounties. Finishing second, ‘SucukVernes’ secured the runner-up spot, collecting $27,125.39 plus an additional $12,044.83 in bounty rewards. Last of the top three was ‘mimikyolo2’ who earned a total of $26,983.24, including $5,429.47 in bounties.
GGMasters High Rollers $1,050
The high-stakes excitement continued with the GGMasters High Rollers event, a $1,050 buy-in tournament that drew a formidable crowd of 789 players. This turnout pushed the prize pool beyond its $750,000 guarantee, reaching a robust $789,000. After over 11.5 hours of intense play, ‘bodhisatva’ emerged as the champion, claiming an impressive first-place prize of $$102,072.47 following a thrilling heads-up showdown after a 2-way chop.
In second place, coming on the short end of the chop, was ‘Rui Sousa’ who delivered a standout performance, earning $92,977.97 for their efforts. Rounding out the top three, ‘Avocado Love’ took home $64,891.93.
GGMasters $150
Adding another layer of excitement to the weekend’s action, the GGMasters $150 Freezeout drew a large crowd with its appealing $500,000 guaranteed prize pool. With 3,940 entrants joining the fray, the prize pool swelled to $543,720, heightening the stakes for all competitors. After an intense 11 hours and 7 minutes, ‘SquidTen’ clinched the title, walking away with a well-earned top prize of $61,358.19.
The runner-up, ‘Lecomsi’ put up a strong fight, taking home $61,358.19 for their impressive second-place finish. Closing out the top three, ‘PincheGordo’ earned $34,502.40 after a hard-fought journey to the final table. This Freezeout once again highlighted why the GGMasters series remains a staple among players and fans alike.
The Weekender
Rounding out the weekend’s major events, The Weekender once again drew a crowd with its appealing $50 buy-in and solid $250,000 guarantee. A total of 5,245 players signed up, which created an overlay of $8,730, leaving extra value for everyone who played. From the sizable field, just 1,033 players advanced to the final day, each eyeing the top prize in a tournament that delivered plenty of thrills.
In a gripping heads-up showdown, ‘DigitalRitual’ claimed the title and the first-place prize of $$21,782.34 after striking a deal with eventual runner-up, ‘Julio Chia’, who walked away with $22,586.62. The third-place finisher, ‘ForgetExplod,’ earned $14,892.62, adding a memorable close to an event that capped off another weekend of high-octane poker action.
The End of an Epic Weekend of Poker
Once again, GGPoker’s weekend tournaments delivered an action-packed showcase of skill, strategy, and high-stakes drama. From the intense battles in the GGMasters High Rollers and the massive Bounty Hunters HR Main Event to fan favorites like The Weekender and GGMasters Freezeout, each tournament provided a stage for both rising talents and seasoned pros to shine. It was a weekend where new faces made bold statements, and poker veterans reminded everyone of the expertise that elevates the game.
With prize pools continuing to grow and competition reaching new heights, anticipation for next weekend’s action is already buzzing. Whether you’re chasing a title or simply soaking in the thrills, GGPoker’s upcoming events promise even more unforgettable moments. Be sure to join us next week as we recap the highlights and celebrate the players who make each tournament a thrilling journey.