888poker and WPT Reunite for WPTDeepStacks Online Series with $3 Million Guaranteed
The 888poker platform is reviving the WPTDeepStacks series in the latter part of this year with its 2021 iteration.
Collaborating with the World Poker Tour (WPT), 888poker has assembled a 28-tournament online series boasting over $3 million in assured prize funds. The centerpiece of this series is a $1,050 buy-in Main Event.
The series commences on November 28th with a $525 buy-in kickoff tournament that features a $200,000 guarantee. With qualifying tournaments for all events starting at a mere penny, participants can opt to buy in directly from as little as $55 for the Mini Main Event to as much as $5,200 for the Super High Roller. The Main Event itself will consist of 10 initial flights, with the ultimate victor claiming a substantial $1 million grand prize.
“The World Poker Tour is delighted to join forces with 888poker once more to provide players worldwide the chance to secure a WPTDeepStacks title,” remarked Angelica Hael, VP of Global Tour Management for the WPT, regarding the renewed collaboration.
Enthusiasts across the globe can observe six of the tournaments progress to a champion on November 29th via the final table broadcasts. 888poker representative and WPT Champion Dominik Nitsche stated, “This is poised to be another exceptional series from 888poker and WPT. The allure of these tournaments lies in their ability to offer casual players a legitimate opportunity to capture a massive prize pool for a buy-in commencing at just one cent, all from the convenience of their residence.”
“With a surge in individuals engaging in online poker over the past year, I anticipate substantial participation and witnessing the crowning of the next WPTDS champion.”
888poker and the World Poker Tour (WPT) are collaborating once more in 2021 to offer players another season of exhilarating WPT gameplay. Amit Berkovich, 888poker’s top executive, conveyed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are delighted to team up with the WPT and bring the WPTDeepStacks series to fruition.”
This alliance seeks to replicate the excitement of a live poker tournament in the digital realm, making it available to all, from recreational players to seasoned professionals.