The Weekend Round Up – October 14, 2024
Step into this week’s GGPoker Weekend Spotlight, your gateway to the most exhilarating moments from the recent major tournaments. From gigantic prize pools to edge-of-your-seat high-stakes drama, we’re covering all the action that had players competing for those game-changing victories. Whether you’re climbing the leaderboards or just soaking in the excitement, we’ve gathered every key highlight that made this weekend truly memorable. Get ready to revisit the standout plays and phenomenal performances that captured all the attention at GGPoker.
A Weekend of Poker Action
Poker fans experienced a thrilling weekend as the tables were set ablaze with intense battles and remarkable wins. The virtual felt was alive from the very first hand, starting with the eagerly awaited Zodiac Bounty and featuring other top events throughout. Players worldwide showcased their talents, skillfully navigating tough spots, pulling off ingenious bluffs, and fiercely contesting in electrifying matchups. With each hand capable of turning the tide, the weekend was packed with unforgettable moments that capture the true essence of poker.
The surprises didn’t stop, as up-and-coming stars dominated the scene and seasoned pros proved they still have the prowess to hit new milestones. The stakes reached soaring heights, the action was unceasing, and the outcomes kept poker enthusiasts everywhere hooked. Let’s jump into the weekend’s biggest events and celebrate the players who delivered exceptional performances.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
Building on its ongoing success, “The Weekender Omaholic Bounty” continues to be the standout PLO event in the weekend roster. With a $54 entry fee and a guaranteed $100,000 prize pool, the tournament attracted an impressive 2,037 participants, culminating in a total prize pool of $101,198.16. After all day 1’s concluded, 385 players advanced to the final day, each eager to secure their portion of the winnings.
In the finale, it was ‘Nik Shevchenko’ who emerged triumphant, taking home the top prize of $6,509.78, along with an additional $7,693.39 in bounty earnings. The second-place finish went to ‘pagiezha’, who earned $6,507.22 plus $206.25 in bounties, while ‘Ravenarium’ secured third place, collecting $5,037.87 and an extra $863.31 in bounty rewards.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The weekend’s excitement continued with one of the spotlight events, the Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty], featuring a guaranteed $500,000 prize pool. The tournament drew an astonishing 5,830 entrants, pushing the total prize money to $579,268.80. After an intense 9.25-hour session, ‘Santino Reg’ claimed the championship title, earning $32,241.59 plus an additional $3,330 in bounty rewards.
Just a step behind, ‘morgota’ secured the runner-up position with winnings of $24,925.32 and extra bounties worth $1,582. Completing the top trio, ‘jusweet420’ took third place, adding $18,691.35 to their bankroll, along with $908 in bounty cash. However, the tournament’s most significant payout went to ‘Lucas Portella’, who, despite finishing 171st to earn a cash prize of $232.89, hit the top mystery bounty. This lucky break awarded them a staggering $40,000 bringing their total bounty rewards to $40,640 and their overall winnings to $40,872.89, making them the event’s biggest single payout recipient.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
Back in its regular spot in the schedule, featured a $1,500 buy-in and a guaranteed prize pool of $300,000. By the end of late registration, 246 players had joined the competition, pushing the total prize pool to $350,550.
With only 35 payout spots available, the eight-hour and 39-minute tournament was fiercely contested. In the end, ‘ IamBusinessman’ emerged victorious, claiming the top prize of $73,529.35. The second-place finisher, ‘Carlos Ribeiro’, took home $55,139.16, while ‘Vlad Darie’ secured third place, earning a payout of $41,348.56.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
A major highlight this weekend was the Bounty Hunters Main Event, which delivered relentless action and excitement. With its low $54 buy-in and a remarkable $600,000 guarantee, the event drew an astonishing 18,782 entries, pushing the total prize pool to an impressive $933,089.76.
After nearly 10 hours and 15 minutes of high-stakes play, ‘ccOfClubs’ emerged as the champion, securing the first-place prize of $33,441.71 and an additional $19,772.57 in bounty winnings. Close behind, ‘DomCarlsberg’ claimed the runner-up position, taking home $33,338.56 plus $10,672.90 in bounty rewards. Finishing third, ‘Jagami’ rounded out the top spots by earning $24,804.89, along with $4,071.10 in bounties.
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Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
Another standout event this weekend was the Bounty Hunters HR Main Event, featuring the highest guarantee of $1,000,000. With a $525 buy-in, the tournament drew an impressive 2,698 entrants, boosting the total prize pool to $1,349,000. After nearly 11 hours of intense poker, ‘Roberts Gambit’ emerged victorious, defeating ‘AlwaysTimed’ and ‘Egor Prokop in a thrilling showdown after a 3-way chop.
The ICM chop gave first-place finisher ‘Roberts Gambit’ $48,567.90, which was strongly boosted by the $66,965.82 earned in bounties. The runner-up, ‘AlwaysTimed’, earned $52,338.62 along with $17,833.77 in bounty payouts, while ‘Egor Prokop’ rounded out the top three and earned $48,572.61, plus an extra $11,603.53 in bounty rewards.
GGMasters Bounty $320
The next major highlight of the weekend was the GGMasters Bounty Freezeout, giving players the chance to compete for a substantial $400,000 guarantee with a $320 buy-in. The event attracted an impressive 1,471 participants, pushing the total prize pool to $437,769.60. After nearly 10.75 hours of intense competition, ‘F Boianovsky’ emerged victorious, taking home $18,112.96 along with an additional $23,269.17 in bounty earnings.
The runner-up, ‘Joseph Serock’, also delivered a strong performance, earning $18,068.32 plus $10,354.42 in bounties. Completing the podium, ‘Glorificado’ secured $15,195.36 in total winnings, which included $1,530.47 in bounty prize.
GGMasters High Rollers $1,050
The weekend’s high-stakes excitement reached its peak with the GGMasters High Rollers event, drawing 751 participants and surpassing its $750,000 guarantee to create a prize pool of $751,000. After more than 11.75 hours of intense gameplay, ‘andufitil’ clinched the top spot, earning $105,089.82 following a thrilling heads-up duel against ‘MyLastLife168x’, who secured $80,566.67 for their second-place finish.
Rounding out the top three, ‘Erwann Pecheux’ claimed $61,766.59 for their impressive performance, yet another highlight from an epic weekend of poker.
GGMasters $150
Concluding the weekend’s major tournaments, The Weekender has quickly become a fan favorite with its accessible $50 buy-in and generous $250,000 guarantee. The event attracted a remarkable 5,735 participants, elevating the total prize pool to $263,810. From the large field, 1,137 players advanced to the final day, each vying for the top payouts.
In an intense final showdown, ‘JustMeFish-’ clinched the victory, taking home $26,061.16 after defeating the runner-up, ‘Quatuyetvoi’, who earned $20,071.79. Finishing in third place, ‘TravisRemy’ secured $15,477.81, bringing this thrilling event to a close and providing a fitting finale to a weekend packed with poker excitement.
The Weekender
Wrapping up the weekend’s major tournaments was The Weekender, a newest fan-favorite event featuring a $50 buy-in and a generous $250,000 guarantee. The tournament attracted 5,876 entries, pushing the prize pool to $270,296. Of those entrants, 1,162 players advanced to the final day, all vying for the top payouts.
After an intense showdown, it was ‘RomAntiKK’ who clinched the victory, walking away with $23,600.48 after a chop with the second place finisher, ‘Xander Stecker’, who earned $24,534.96. ‘svichkort’ finished in third, taking home $16,152.51 to cap off this thrilling event and provid a fitting finale to a weekend packed with poker excitement.
Once again, the weekend tournaments showcased the unmatched excitement and intensity that GGPoker brings to the online poker arena. From adrenaline-pumping high-stakes battles in the GGMasters High Rollers and Bounty Hunters Main Event to the fan-favorite action in events like The Weekender and GGMasters Freezeout, each tournament provided players with a platform to test their mettle and vie for substantial prizes. Rising talents and seasoned professionals alike went head-to-head for top honors, delivering unforgettable performances and strategic brilliance.
As prize pools continue to swell and competition heats up, anticipation for the coming weekend’s action is already on the rise. Whether you’re a high roller chasing prestige or a casual player soaking up the excitement, GGPoker’s lineup promises another round of exhilarating poker experiences. Stay tuned—we’ll be back to spotlight more thrilling tournaments and the players who make each event truly memorable.