WPT® Emperors Palace Poker Classic Features $3,600 Buy-in Main Event, $5,000 Buy-in High Roller, and Breathtaking Off-the-Felt Adventures
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Los Angeles, CA (September 29, 2015) – For a fourth-consecutive season, World Poker Tour® jets to the adventurous South African city of Johannesburg for the WPT® Emperors Palace Poker Classic. The festival of poker kicks off on October 23 at the world-class Emperors Palace Hotel Casino, located less than 10 minutes away from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). The action heats up on October 28 with the $5,000 buy-in High Roller, and the WPT Emperors Palace Poker Classic Main Event begins on October 30, concluding with the final table on November 1.
In Season XIII, American Dylan Wilkerson etched his name onto the venerable WPT Champions Cup™ in South Africa, defeating local Richard Barnard heads up to win the title. Wilkerson was joined by fellow Americans Aaron Overton and Seth Berger at the final table. Lacey Jones and McLean Karr both reached the money, while Vanessa Selbst was unable to add a cash in South Africa to her poker résumé.
“My experience in South Africa was phenomenal from start to finish,” says Wilkerson, the defending champion. “The staff at Emperors Palace ran a great tournament series, and my time spent both on safari and visiting Cape Town was second to none. I can’t wait to head back in October.”
No-limit hold’em and pot-limit Omaha cash games ranging from $1/$2 to $25/$50 are available every day, and daily satellites for the WPT Emperors Palace Poker Classic begin on October 2. Players can qualify for the Main Event in a freeroll or for as little as 1500 Rand (roughly $106). To view the entire satellite schedule, click here.
Players who compete in live satellites at Emperors Palace will be in the running to also win biltong, a local delicacy, energy drinks; energy bars; chocolates; and free swag. During the Main Event, Emperors Palace will be giving away caps, power banks, speakers, a wine accessory set, travel plugs, and golf towels.
Off of the felt in Johannesburg, players can enjoy breathtaking safaris at Ivory Tree Lodge, Black Rhino Park, and Sabi River Resorts; world-class golf at Arabella Country Estate and Hermanus Golf Course; a cultural tour of the historic town of Soweto; and mouth-watering dining at Cube Tasting Kitchen, moyo, and the dozens of fine dining and contemporary eateries available at Emperors Palace.
“Once again we are very proud to be hosting another prestigious event with our international partners at World Poker Tour,” said Bob Yearham, CEO of Peermont Gaming. “The event this year has an added hint of local flavor, as it is running parallel with the Rugby World Cup and South Africa’s beloved Springboks, doing battle with various opponents over in the UK. All of the games in the World Cup can of course be viewed live at Emperors Palace during the course of the poker festival. We look forward to welcoming back to Emperors Palace some familiar faces from previous tournaments and all newcomers will be welcomed with open arms at Emperors Palace, where they can enjoy the safety and serenity of an international, world-class resort with all of its amenities.”
WPT President Adam Pliska adds, “Set in stunning Johannesburg, South Africa, WPT Emperors Palace Poker Classic is one of my favorite events. With thrilling safaris and tours of historic landmarks, like the home of Nelson Mandela, players can embark on life-changing off-the-felt adventures, or simply relax at Emperors Palace Casino Hotel Casino and enjoy the world-class gaming and resort amenities. The venue’s close proximity to the airport also adds an extra level of convenience for our international players, and you will find the atmosphere in the country is electric during the Rugby World Cup.”
WPT Emperors Palace Poker Classic Wiring Instructions:
Peermont Global Pty Ltd
Name of Bank: First National Bank (Bank City Johannesburg)
Account number: 62005047388
Branch code number: 255005
Swift code number: FIRNZAJJ
International must submit payment at least 10 days prior to arrival, use the swift code, and e-mail proof of payment to [email protected] and [email protected].
For special hotel rates, click here.
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