Welcome to the GGPoker Weekly Wrap-Up, where we bring you the most exhilarating moments from the poker world. This is your go-to source for thrilling updates, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a dedicated fan. Each week, we delve into the most significant performances and strategic plays from the weekend which define the ever-exciting world of GGPoker.
A Weekend Full of Poker Excitement
The past weekend was a paradise for poker enthusiasts, packed with high-stakes drama, brilliant strategies, and awe-inspiring victories. The tables were alive with energy as players showcased their skills through daring bluffs, calculated calls, and intense face-offs. Every hand dealt added to the electrifying ambiance that makes poker such a captivating game.
From rising stars making their mark to veterans adding to their accolades, the weekend was replete with unforgettable moments. Let’s dive into the major tournaments and celebrate the players who made headlines.
Zodiac Bounty Million$
The Zodiac Bounty Million$ kicked off the weekend with a bang, attracting a lot of attention. A favorite in the Asian poker scene, this event boasts a ¥1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool for just a ¥215 buy-in. With 7,899 entrants, the prize pool ballooned to ¥1,562,422.20 which just 696 survived to play for on the final day. After a bit over six and a half hours of intense poker, ‘JENNY1202’ clinched the title, taking home ¥138,026.89, including ¥71,664.50 in bounties. Close contenders ‘I have dream’ and ‘Luisito10’ secured ¥78,212.97 and ¥58,576.94 respectively, including their bounty winnings.
Omaholic Bounty Million$
The Omaholics Bounty MILLION$ tournament was the highlight of the weekend for all the players competing in the Omaholic Series. This event offered a $300,000 guarantee for a $54 buy-in. The event attracted 7,545 players, resulting in a prize pool of $374,835.60. After over four and three quarters of an hour, the fierce competition ended with, ‘M A M bI 4’ emerging victorious, earning $13,038.54 plus $21,148.42 in bounties. The second-place finisher, ‘OnYourBik3’, secured $12,991.39 plus $1,575.57 in bounties, while ‘Dor Vaknin’ claimed third place worth $9,094.72 plus $3,259.77 in bounties.
Global Million$
The Global MILLION$ tournament, with a $50 buy-in and a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool, always draws an impressive crowd and this week was no different. Drawing a total of 26,230 participants, the total prize pool was pushed to $1,206,580. After nearly eight and a third hours of play, ’88beast88’ claimed first place and $69,278.40 following a three-way deal with the runner-up, ‘electronic’, who took home $80,190.93 and ‘UnluckF1sh’, who walked away with $75,826.96.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty] added to the weekend’s excitement with a $600,000 guaranteed prize pool. To celebrate this boosted guarantee, previously it was $500,000, 7,451 participants joined the action and created a total prize pool $740,330.36. After nearly nine an a half hours of fierce competition, ‘D Ferreira’ emerged victorious, earning $98,923, including bounties which totaled $57,868. The second and third place finishers, ‘Ben Hur’ and ‘nvshenone’, won $32,985.71 and $27,795.05 respectively. As if winning the tournament wasn’t enough, first place finisher ‘D Ferfeira’ was the lucky player who found the $50,000 Mystery Bounty.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
The Sunday High Rollers Main Event featured high-stakes action with a $1,050 buy-in and a $300,000 guarantee, drew in 426 players. The prize pool reached $426,000, shared among the top 62 players. After more than ten hours of competitive play, ‘LLinusLLomu’ claimed the top prize of $80,547.40. ‘Tina-Turner’ and ‘Barak Wisbrod’ took home $60,401.73 and $45,294.87 respectively, showcasing their exceptional skills.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
The Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event, a highlight of the weekend, offered a $750,000 guarantee for a $54 buy-in. With 18,434 entrants, the prize pool swelled to $915,801.12. After over ten and a half hours of intense competition, ‘Thedead97’ triumphed, winning $32,821.51 plus $18,059.60 in bounties. Second-place finisher ‘AndNowIWin’ earned $32,720.85 plus $9,034.06 in bounties, while ‘Maestro1908’ secured third place with $24,345.29 plus $4,222.26 in bounties.
Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
The Bounty Hunters HR Main Event was one of the weekend’s biggest attractions, featuring a $1,000,000 guarantee for a $525 buy-in. With 2,639 participants, the prize pool reached $1,319,500. After nearly ten and a half hours of play, ‘ElBueno22’ defeated ‘Tommie Tabasco’ heads-up to win $53,661.53 plus $61,857.67 in bounties. ‘Golden Seagull’ took home $53,527.10 for second place and $15,062.55 in bounties, while ‘Singleleg’ finished third with $39,022.95, including $3,511.71 from bounties.
GGMasters Bounty $320
The GGMasters Bounty, with a $320 buy-in and a $400,000 guarantee, saw 1,610 players compete for a prize pool of $479,136.60. After nearly 10.25 hours of play, ‘G Bueno’ emerged as the champion, winning $19,691.97 plus $26,120.08 in bounties. Runner-up ‘OossoO’ earned $19,643.32 plus $11,411.76 in bounties, while ‘Phil Gruissem’ secured third place with $21,234.16 in total winnings.
GGMasters High Rollers $1,050
The GGMasters High Rollers tournament, with a $1,050 buy-in and a $600,000 guarantee, attracted 833 players, surpassing the guarantee with a total prize pool of $833,000. After eleven hours and forty of competition, ‘A Derzhypilskyi’, a GGMillion$ Final Table regular, claimed the top prize of $116,917.14, while runner-up ‘FelipeAA23’ earned $88,692.92. ‘Dmitry Sharapov’ took home $67,282.57 for third place.
GGMasters $150
Rounding out the weekend, the GGMasters $150 freezeout tournament featured a $500,000 guarantee. With 4,213 participants, the prize pool reached $581,394. After nearly eleven hours of play, ‘Simon Mattsson’ secured victory, earning $65,035.71. The second and third place finishers, ‘Gabriel Baleeiro’ and ‘Y Dambrouski’, won $48,767.67 and $36,570.61 respectively.
That’s a wrap for this week’s highlights. Stay tuned for more thrilling recaps and see if your name will be featured among the champions. Until then, keep playing and good luck at the tables!