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Triton Vietnam Features GGPoker Qualifiers, Live Super MILLION$; Overlay Edition Now Underway

After announcing a partnership with Triton Poker last year, GGPoker is now sending online qualifiers to the upcoming stop in Vietnam.

After announcing a partnership with Triton Poker last year, GGPoker is now sending online qualifiers to the high stakes series’ upcoming stop in Vietnam.

The series will see Average Joe online poker qualifiers taking a shot on one of poker’s biggest stages. These players will take on some of the best and well-heeled players in the world, adding a unique twist to the nosebleed stakes festival. The event also marks GG’s first live Super MILLION$ tournament. 

In other news, the Overlay Edition event is now underway, offering players a shot at a big payout for a small buy-in. The event features several days of starting flights and an eight-figure guarantee.

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Previewing the Triton Vietnam series

The Triton Super High Roller Series Vietnam is set for March 1-13 at the Hoiana Resort. Players will find 13 events with buy-ins ranging from $$15,000 to $100,000.

Events feature No Limit Hold’em as well as Short Deck, and two championship events highlight the schedule. The $100,000 NLHE Main Event begins on March 8 with the $100,000 Short Deck Main Event set for March 12. The series also includes a $20,000 Mystery Bounty event on March 3 as well.  

Triton has become a popular series for poker fans to check out online. Organizers offer viewers a high-quality streaming production available on the Triton YouTube and Twitch channels.

As organizers told PokerScout in August, the company has also invested heavily in the Triton app. This allows poker fans to easily follow the action at home as well with updates, chip counts, and more. Here’s a look at the entire Vietnam schedule.

Triton Super High Roller Series Vietnam

DateEventBuy–inDay
March 1#1 GG SUPER MILLIONS LIVE$25,0001
March 2#1 GG SUPER MILLIONS LIVE$25,0002
March 2#2 NLHE – 7 HANDED$15,0001
March 3#2 NLHE – 7 HANDED$15,0002
March 3#3 NLHE – 8 HANDED MYSTERY BOUNTY$20,0001
March 4#3 NLHE – 8 HANDED MYSTERY BOUNTY$20,0002
March 4#5 NLHE – 7 HANDED$30,0001
March 5#5 NLHE – 7 HANDED$30,0002
March 5#6 NLHE – 8 HANDED$50,0001
March 6#6 NLHE – 8 HANDED$50,0002
March 6#7 NLHE – 8 HANDED$75,0001
March 7#7 NLHE – 8 HANDED$75,0002
March 7#8 NLHE – TURBO$25,000single
March 8#9 NLHE – MAIN EVENT$100,0001
March 9#9 NLHE – MAIN EVENT$100,0002
March 9#10 NLHE – TURBO$50,000single
March 10#9 NLHE – MAIN EVENT$100,000final table
March 10#11 SHORT DECK ANTE ONLY$25,0001
March 11#11 SHORT DECK ANTE ONLY$25,0002
March 11#12 SHORT DECK ANTE ONLY$50,0001
March 12#12 SHORT DECK ANTE ONLY$50,0002
March 12#13 SHORT DECK MAIN EVENT$100,0001
March 13#13 SHORT DECK MAIN EVENT$100,0002
March 13#15 SHORT DECK ANTE ONLY$20,0001

Triton online qualifying at GGPoker

Once again, GGPoker is a Triton title sponsor for the Vietnam stop. The site has run numerous satellites, allowing players to potentially score a hefty five-figure buy-in for a much lower price point.

Players can begin in a $25 Road to Triton qualifier, which then leads to a $250 satellite. Players advancing in those then move into $2,625 Road To Triton super satellites.

Those guarantee one live tournament seat for every $26,500 in the prize pool. These lucky players will then take a seat in Event 1: $25,000 GGPoker Super MILLION$ Live on March 1.

“As the event is a high roller tournament, there’s not massive numbers going but I would expect a dozen or so GGPoker players will qualify,” company head of media relations Paul Burke said.

This is the first of the new live GGPoker Super MILLION$ events as well. Players can earn points for the SuperRanking leaderboard, which GG announced in January.

The leaderboard combines live and online Super MILLION$ results. The top players at the end of the year is designated as a “SuperPro” and receives:

  • Super Platinum level designation in GGPoker’s Fish Buffet loyalty program. This entitles the player to the equivalent of 100% cashback at GGPoker and in all online and offline Super MILLION$ events.
  • A custom GGPoker SuperPro avatar.
  • Additional benefits revealed throughout the year.

The second- and third-place finishers also earn the same benefits (except for the SuperPro avatar).

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Overlay Edition kicks off, $10 million guaranteed

Along with a chance to get in the Triton action at a small buy-in, GG is also offering the GGMasters Overlay Edition for players with smaller bankrolls. The event features a $150 buy-in and offers a $10 million guarantee, meaning plenty of bang for the buck.

The site is also offering numerous qualifiers starting at just $2. GG is promising at least $1 million of overlay no matter if the tournament meets the guarantee or not.

Starting flights began on Sunday with numerous opportunities to enter until Day 2 gets started on Feb. 27.

“We’re happy with the participation so far,” Burke said. “We are still confident there will be a big overlay, a minimum of $1 million to be added by either GGPoker or (site ambassador) Daniel Negreanu, depending on the final prize pool generated by players. There is still lots of time for players to take part though, so we won’t know numbers for sure until after the weekend.”

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GGPoker Expands Super MILLION$ With New Rankings, Live Events, & Low Buy-in Online Qualifiers

GGPoker announced some additions to the Super MILLION$ tournaments on Monday as well as a new ranking system.

The mini MILLION$ is currently underway at GGPoker, and the site also announced some additions to its high stakes events as well on Monday. GG is making a range of improvements to the site’s Super MILLION$ tournaments.

The biggest addition is the launch of the “SuperRanking” leaderboard. These standings rank players purely on profit-and-loss results in all online and live Super MILLION$ events. The leaderboard displays the top 20 players.

“The player that finishes the year at the summit of the SuperRanking leaderboard will be crowned SuperPro and can legitimately be recognized as poker’s best player,” GG noted in announcing the additions.

Along with high-stakes online action, GG is promising live Super MILLION$ events this year as well. Players can also qualify online for as little as $10 for a shot at these mega-stakes tournaments.

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What to expect from GGPoker Super MILLION$ additions

Players seeking some larger stakes will find plenty at GGPoker. The weekly $10,300 Super MILLION$ events attract amateur players and serious poker pros alike. The player finishing at the top of the rankings, aka the SuperPro, receives:

  • Super Platinum level designation in GGPoker’s Fish Buffet loyalty program. The winner receives the equivalent of 100% cashback at GGPoker and in all online and offline Super MILLION$ events.
  • A custom GGPoker SuperPro player avatar.
  • Additional benefits revealed throughout the year.

The players finishing in second and third place earn the same benefits, except for the special SuperPro avatar. Players must take part in at least five Super MILLION$ events per calendar year to be eligible for consideration.

Live events, online qualifying part of the Super MILLION$ action

Beyond the online tables, GG is also partnering with Triton Poker and other live operators for Super MILLION$ tournaments. The first live Super MILLION$ Live tournament is scheduled for March 1 during the Triton Super High Roller Series stop at the Hoiana Resort in Vietnam.

GG also introduced new ways to qualify for Super MILLION$ online events.

“The satellites will help ensure that almost all players, no matter their bankroll, will have an opportunity to win their way into online poker’s most prestigious tournaments,” GG notes.

First up is a massive Super MILLION$ 2023 satellite on Jan. 29 with a buy-in set at just $10. The event guarantees 10 tournament tickets, each valued at $10,300.

“This new edition of Super MILLION$ will really be exceptional, including a new SuperRanking format which will be based on pure win-loss, for the first time in poker history,” GGPoker ambassador Bertrand “ElkY” Grospellier said.

“The winners will be recognized as the best poker players of our era, and crowned GGPoker’s first SuperPros. We’re also expanding live and bringing the Super MILLION$ experience worldwide to everyone. I can’t wait to see some new faces in the world’s greatest high roller games.”

A look at Super MILLION$ Week

Super MILLION$ Week recently concluded with the series highlighted by a $10 million guaranteed Main Event. The event easily topped the guarantee, awarding more than $11.5 million.

That is the biggest prize pool ever in a $10,000 online tournament. Since the series’ inception in June 2020, Super MILLION$ tournaments have awarded more than $300 million.

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Triton Series Concludes After Player Death; Phil Ivey Snags Short Deck Title, Punsri Wins Main Event

The Triton Super High Roller Series came to an early conclusion in North Cyprus after the sudden death of a regular player on the tour.

The Triton Super High Roller Series came to an early conclusion over the weekend in North Cyprus after the sudden death of a regular player on the tour. The final tournament played to a winner on Saturday, cutting the series short by two events.

Seng Yee “Ivan” Leow, 41, passed away unexpectedly while in North Cyprus to play in the series. With the action now concluded, later events saw wins by Phil Ivey, Sam Greenwood, and others.

Here’s a look at the second half of the series. For a look at the first half of the series, click here.

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Death of Leow stuns Triton players, organizers

Leow’s passing left many players on the tour stunned and organizers facing a difficult situation. After his death, the tour released a statement honoring the player originally from Malaysia. 

“Ivan was a hugely popular member of the Triton family,” the statement noted. “He was warm, generous, and enormous fun both at the tables and off – a loyal friend to us all. He was also a fantastic poker player, with a lifelong passion for the game.

“Ivan was a very special person who lived life to the full, was always smiling, and loved the game of poker. He will be sincerely missed by his family, friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him.”

In a poker career stretching to 2015, Leow had $13 million in live tournament winnings. In Triton events, he recorded 12 final table appearances, winning two of those. Numerous players offered condolences online and memories of playing with Leow.

“My first interaction with Ivan Leow was in Macau and it was nothing but positive vibes,” poker player Randy Lew noted on Twitter. “He was always smiling and welcoming to every single person. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend.”

Event 8: $100,000 Main Event

Punnat Punsri after his Main Event win. (photos courtesy Triton/Joe Giron)

At the tables, a few more events wrapped up over the last week including the series’ championship. Thailand’s Punnat Punsri took the title in this tournament that brought in 99 entries for a $9.9 million prize pool.

The Main Event featured some of the biggest names in poker with Punsri rising to the top for the biggest score of his career.

Describing himself as more of a cash game player, he now has a major bullet point on his resumé and $4.3 million in live tournament winnings. Hong Kong’s Wayne Heung took runner-up for $1.8 million. Here’s a look at the final table payouts.

  1. Punnat Punsri, Thailand – $2,600,000
  2. Wayne Heung, Hong Kong – $1,825,000
  3. Wiktor Malinowski, Poland – $1,210,000
  4. Henrik Hecklen, Denmark – $946,000
  5. Jason Koon, USA – $762,000

Event 9: $50,000 NLHE Turbo

This event brought the last of the traditional No Limit Hold’em action and saw 32 entries for a $1.6 million prize pool. Austria’s Matthias Eibinger found the winner’s circle for $545,000.

At the Triton Poker Cyprus Special Edition in April, Eibinger also scored the title in a NLHE Turbo at the same buy-in level. He took home $676,000 for that win and now has more than $12 million in live tournament winnings.

Jonathan Jaffe, of the United States, finished runner-up for $375,000 and Mikita Badziakouski, of Belarus, took third for $245,000.

Event 10: $30,000 Short Deck – Ante Only

One of the biggest names in poker rose to the top once again in a Triton Short Deck tournament. Phil Ivey (pictured in lead image) grabbed his third Triton title of the year in this event.

“I love playing short deck,” Ivey said after the win. “It’s a great game so I’m very happy.”

The Poker Hall of Famer scored $387,000 for his efforts. He also scored a Short Deck title in the Triton Series in Madrid in April.

Canada’s Sam Greenwood finished in second place for $268,000. Ivey also scored a Triton runner-up finish earlier this year and has lifetime career winnings of more than $38 million.

In June, the 10-time bracelet winner also cashed in at the World Series of Poker. He came in second in the $100,000 No Limit Hold’em High Roller for $1.2 million.

Event 11: $40,000 Short Deck – Ante Only

Karl Chappe-Gatien after his Tirton Super High Roller Short Deck victory.

The Short Deck action continued and France’s Karl Chappe-Gatien entered the field having never played the game in his life. He proved to be a fast learner. 

Chappe-Gatien topped a field of 45 to take the title for $565,000 in a tournament that produced a $1.8 million prize pool. Kiat Lee, of Malaysia, finished runner-up for $401,000.

“I was feeling good but I didn’t expect anything,” Chappe-Gatien said of playing the tournament. “I wanted to have fun.”

This score came after finishing third in the $200,000 Coin Rivet Invitational (Event 6) for $2.6 million. The Short Deck title capped a huge series for the recreational player, accounting for more than $3.1 million in winnings.

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Event 12: $50,000 Short Deck – Ante Only Single Bullet

This Short Deck event brought an early close to the series. Sam Greenwood continued his nice run in the festival by taking the title for $341,275 after finishing runner-up to Ivey earlier.

The event brought in 30 entries for a $1.5 million prize pool. Seth Davies, of the US, finished runner-up for $290,857 and Malaysia’s Paul Phua took third for $198,498. Ivey again showed his Short Deck prowess, finishing fourth for $181,784.

Beyond the Short Deck action, Greenwood also scored a runner-up finish in an earlier $75,000 No Limit Hold’em event for $1.2 million.

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Patrik Antonius, Kahle Burns Top List of Early Winners at Triton Super High Roller Series

Patrik Antonius, Ben Tollerene, and Kahle Burns are among some of the early winners at the Triton Super High Roller Series in North Cyprus.

The international high stakes poker action continues this week at the Triton Super High Roller Series in North Cyprus. The last week has seen some big names rise to the top including Patrik Antonius, Ben Tollerene, and Kahle Burns all finding early wins.

Sam Grafton has also shown huge skills with a major win in the $200,000  Coin Rivet Invitational and runner-up finish as well. The series is attracting major fields with the first event of the series, the €25,000 No Limit Hold’em, reaching a record number of entries for Triton.

A few big-name online poker ambassadors have also scored some nice finishes. With half of the festival complete, here’s a look at some of the big winners so far.

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Event 1: €25,000 No Limit Hold’em

This tournament brought in a record 131 entries, the new benchmark for any Triton event so far. The previous record of 130 was set back in 2019. This event saw a $3.3 million prize pool with a familiar name finding the winner’s circle.

Patrik Antonius (pictured in lead image) has long been one of the biggest names in poker, playing high stakes events in both the live and online arenas. On Sept. 6, he added a Triton title to his poker resumé, scoring $825,000 in the process.

“These are the nicest events that exist in poker … everything is top, top quality,” Antonius said after the win. “They couldn’t do a better job. I’m happy to play these tournaments and I’m happy to win my first one.”

A huge call late in the tournament stood out. He made a massive read with a pair of deuces to win a big pot.

This became Antonius’s first tournament win since 2018 and he now has $13.8 million in live tournament winnings. Bulgaria’s Fahredin Mustafov finished runner-up for $557,000 with Steve O’Dwyer, of Ireland, taking third for $362,000.

Event 2: $30,000 NLHE Six-Handed 

Ben Tollerene, of the United States, added his name to the Triton winners list by topping a field of 77 entries and 46 re-entries for $807,927. Originally from Texas, Tollerene now has $10.6 million in live tournament winnings.

PartyPoker ambassador Yuri Martins Dzivielevski took, or Brazil, finished runner-up for $749,073. England’s Stephen Chidwick took third for $408,000.

Event 3: $50,000 NLHE Six-Handed

The buy-in ramped up even more for this event. Germany’s Pieter Aerts found the title for a hefty $1.5 million payday. The tournament brought in 72 entries and 45 re-entries for a $5.9 million prize pool.

The win caps a huge month for Aerts, who picked up a World Series of Poker bracelet in August in the WSOP Online at GGPoker. He won the $5,000 NLHE Six-Handed Championship for $400,213. Just days later, the Belgian player also took third in the $10,000 Super Million$ High Roller for $586,020.

All that added up to more than $2 million in winnings in less than three weeks. In the Triton event, the Uk’s Sam Grafton finished runner-up for $994,500. Tollerene continued his nice run, finishing fourth for $535,000.

Event 5: $75,000 NLHE Eight-Handed

The tournament on the main schedule returned with this event (Note: Triton traditionally doesn’t schedule an Event 4). The action saw 54 entries and 34 re-entries for a $6.6 million prize pool.

Kahle Burns took the title for $1.7 million and capped quite a heater for the player from Australia. The UK’s Sam Greenwood took runner-up for $1.2 million and Seth Davies, of the US, scored third for $815,000. Dzivielevski continued his nice efforts in the series, finishing fourth for $630,000.

It’s been a huge few weeks for Burns. In August, he finished runner-up in a €50,000 European Poker Tour Barcelona event for $587,498.

That was followed by another runner-up in a $25,000 NLHE Super High Roller Championship in the WSOP Online at GGPoker for $934,604. The Triton win came after some time away from the series.

“I took some time off, spent some time with my girlfriend, my family,” he said. “When you travel a lot, you start to miss some things. I was missing my friends, missing my family. But then I started to miss the poker, so I came back.”

Event 6: $200,000 Coin Rivet Invitational

This huge buy-in tournament was also part of the Triton action in North Cyprus. The event featured a mix of business professionals and poker pros separated into two different fields on the first day of action.

The fields were then combined on Day 2 and played out as a regular tournament. The event produced a $23 million prize pool and the UK’s Sam Grafton grabbed the Coin Rivet title for $5.5 million.

Sam Grafton celebrating his win in the Coin Rivet Invitational. (photos courtesy Triton Poker/Joe Giron)

“It was so much fun,” he said. “Playing against some of the most remarkable entrepreneurs and businesspeople in the world … it was played with a special spirit. On the day the two lanes merged, players were smiling like it was Christmas or their birthday. Everyone had a skip in their steps. Tournament poker is just amazing. Playing this format is very special.”

Linus Loeliger, of Switzerland, finished third for $3.9 million. Online poker legend and GGPoker ambassador Fedor Holz finished fourth for $2.1 million.

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Event 7: $25,000 Pot Limit Omaha

The four-card action mixed things up a bit in the series. In the end, it was a North Cyprus local capturing the title. Christopher Philippou found his Omaha game in fine form and scored ​​$270,000 in the process.

This was his first tournament win and came against a tough final table that included Stephen Chidwick and Erik Seidel.

The tournament attracted a total of 32 entries for an $800,000 prize pool. England’s Talal Shakerchi finished in second place for $190,000. Chidwick ultimately finished fourth with Seidel taking sixth.

The series continues this week with seven more events on the schedule.

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Inside Triton Poker: A Look at GGPoker Partnership, Mobile App, Upcoming Cyprus Series

Triton Poker may be entering a new stage as the high roller series continues seeing its partnership with GGPoker grow

Triton Poker may be entering a new stage as the high roller series continues seeing its partnership with GGPoker grow. The company announced a deal with GG in March and that’s led to more Triton opportunities for online poker players around the world.

The Super High Roller Series Cyprus is only days away, running Sept. 5-19 with 13 high roller events on tap. With GG now part of the equation, look for several online players to rub elbows with some of the biggest names in the game.

“This partnership has great synergy between the titans of online and offline poker, with the experience of both GGPoker and Triton, we share a common goal of growing the global poker fanbase,” Triton CEO Andy Wong told PokerScout.

Wong also spoke about the company’s efforts at growing the Triton Poker Plus mobile app. The multimedia offers gives players the complete inside scoop on the world’s biggest high roller series.

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Expanding Triton online opportunities

For poker fans, Triton has become known for two big major bullet points: huge buy-ins and payouts; and slick production value. Those efforts look to continue and the deal with GG now offers average Joe players a chance to be part of that. 

It’s now possible for online poker players of all levels to have a chance to play on such a major stage with massive price points they might not otherwise be able to achieve. This puts the company on par with other major live series offering online qualifiers. These are already underway for the upcoming Triton Super High Roller Series Cyprus.

“We are definitely looking to expand the online qualifiers for the rest of the calendar to introduce new players to play at Triton events,” Wong says. “The online qualifiers are open to anyone who can play on GGPoker, and it gives an exciting opportunity to anyone to be a part of this.

“The online qualifiers will hopefully increase the diversity of players, including recreational players, who show up at Triton tournaments. As part of the Triton DNA, even with the higher-level tournaments such as the Triton Million, we always encourage a good mix of professional players playing against recreational players.”

Wong wouldn’t comment on possible Triton online events, but perhaps that may be in the works at some point. Online players will have to wait and see.

Either way, seeing some recreational players as part of the mix seems enticing for more poker operators. Will an online qualifier rise up and find a nice score in North Cyprus? This adds another fun possibility for those checking out the action.

Triton Poker growing app capabilities

Along with the GGPoker partnership, Triton is also working to ramp up the company’s mobile app. Triton is already known for offering nice streaming production via its YouTube channel. The company has also found some success syndicating Triton coverage on television in recent years.

The Triton Poker Plus app also gives poker fans easy access to everything Triton. Users will find a range of comprehensive player and tournament data as well as the opportunity to view more than 500 hours of event coverage. Poker fans and players will also find:

  • live chip counts
  • seating charts
  • payouts
  • live tournament details
  • schedules
  • player of the year rankings

“Triton Poker Plus brings an added dimension to how fans can live stream their favorite players at our events,” Wong says. “Enhanced poker entertainment right at your fingertips with full live data on all tournaments and recent hand histories of fan-favorite players – paving a better way to watch poker.”

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Coin Rivet, Luxon Pay partnerships include tournaments, Espen Jorstad cash game

Along with the GG partnership, Coin Rivet also has become a Triton partner. The company is running the Coin Rivet Invitational from Sept. 10-12 in conjunction with the Super High Roller Series Cyprus.

The event features a $200,000 buy-in and a unique mix of pros and well-heeled business professionals. The player cap on the event was recently increased from 64 to 80.

When play kicks off, pros and businessmen are separated on the first day of the tournament. The fields are then merged on Day 2. World Series of Poker Main Event champion Espen Jorstad was also hosting a live cash game as part of the Mediterranean Poker Party, which precedes the Triton series.

All major final tables are streamed on the Luxon Pay YouTube channel with commentary from Henry Kilbane and James Dempsey.

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Triton Names Players for $200K Coin Rivet; GGPoker Qualifiers for Mediterranean Poker Party

Triton Poker organizers recently announced some of the players for the upcoming $200,000 buy-in Coin Rivet Invitational.

Tournament organizers recently announced some of the players for the upcoming Coin Rivet Invitational, a major tournament with a mixture of high-stakes poker pros and recreational players.

A few big names expected to play in the event include recent World Series of Poker Main Event winner Espen Jorstad and poker legend Phil Ivey. The $200,000 No Limit Hold’em single re-entry event is part of the Luxon Pay Mediterranean Poker Party and the Triton Poker Series Cyprus.

The Coin Rivet runs Sept. 10-12 at the Merit Royal Diamond in North Cyprus, with the overall Triton Poker festival running  from Sept. 5-19.

“Every player that plays a Triton Poker Series event is a VIP and we are looking forward to this new event in the schedule and returning to Merit Resorts for the opening of their brand new poker room and hotel,” Triton CEO Andy Wong said in a news release. “All the action will be live streamed in true Triton Series style by our great team.”

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How does the $200K invitational work?

Those tuning in to check out the Coin Rivet on Triton YouTube channel will find a different kind of tournament, teaming rec players with pros. On Day 1, poker pros and recreational players are separated before the fields are merged on Day 2.

While pairs aren’t playing as teams, each pro needs a rec player to also take part. The event is capped at 32 recreational and 32 professionals. Triton officials have already released some names who will join the action.

Jorstad will partner with Rob Yong and Paul Phua is linked with Phil Ivey. Las Vegas casino executive and Poker Hall of Famer Bobby Baldwin will also join the action. The 1978 WSOP Main Event winner will partner with Ben Lamb, 2011 WSOP Player of the Year.

UK businessman Paul Newey is also among the confirmations, playing with reigning Irish Open champion Steve O’Dwyer.

“The pairings of the recreational players with the professionals is generating interest in the poker community and the early confirmations for the event look encouraging – people are interested in who pairs up and which pairing might be considered the favorites to win,” Luxon Pay business development director Neil Barrett said.

A few more pairings for the event include:

  • Wai Kin Yong and poker pro  Linus Loeliger
  • Elton Tsang and poker pro  Mustapha Kanit
  • Sosia Jiang and GGPoker ambassador Jason Koon
  • Zhenglong Zhou and high stakes regular Stephen Chidwick
  • Phachara Wongwichit and online poker star Mikita Badziakouski

Other Triton Cyprus highlights & qualifying online

Beyond the Coin Rivet Invitational, players will find numerous other major tournaments. That includes $100,000 main events in NLHE and Short Deck. The full schedule includes other Hold’em, Short Deck, and Pot Limit Omaha tournaments as well, with buy-ins beginning at $25,000.

Beyond the well-heeled pros in the action, Triton’s GGPoker partnership is allowing online players a shot at entering the field. Players can attempt to qualify for as little as $25.

Having more online qualifiers may bring even more to the series and offers a chance to expand prize pools.

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More on tap with Mediterranean Poker Party

The Mediterranean Poker Party also features events for players who may not be high rollers. Organizers also recently added two more events.

That includes a $550 tournament with a $250,000 guarantee running Aug. 29 – Sept. 1. The $5,000 Beasts of Poker PLO event gets rolling Aug. 24 with another $10,000 PLO tournament on Aug. 25.

The main schedule gets underway with the $1,100 MPP Open with $1 million guaranteed, running Aug. 19-23. Next up is the MPP Warm Up, a $2,200 event with $2 million guaranteed and scheduled for Aug. 25-29.

The $5,300 Main Event runs Aug 29 – Sept. 3 with $5 million guaranteed. There are also a number of other series partners with events on the schedule including

  • Eurasian Poker Tour
  • Imperium Italian live poker brands La Notte Degli Assi and La Casa Delle Carte
  • Malta Poker Festival
  • Ladies First
  • Irish Open on Tour

Organizers also recently added a $10,000 charity event to the schedule. The tournament runs Aug. 28-29 and benefits the One Drop Foundation, which provides fresh water services to third-world countries. The tournament features unlimited re-entries.

Players making an additional $1,111 donation to One Drop will see their starting chip stack double from 20,000 to 40,000. Here’s a look at all the action in Cyprus.

Luxon Pay Mediterranean Poker Party, Triton Poker Series Cyprus 2022

DateEventBuy-InReg FeeGuarantee
Aug. 19#1 MPP Open Day 1A$1,000$100$1,000,000
Aug. 20#1 MPP Open Day 1B$1,000$100$1,000,000
Aug. 21#1 MPP Open Day 1C$1,000$100$1,000,000
Aug. 22#1 MPP Open Day 2$1,000$100$1,000,000
Aug. 22#2 EAPT Day 1A$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 22#3 MPP PLO Day 1$2,500$250$200,000
Aug. 22#2 EAPT Day 1B$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 23#1 MPP Open Final Day$1,000$100$1,000,000
Aug. 23#2 EAPT Day 1C$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 23#3 MPP PLO Final Day$2,500$250$200,000
Aug. 23#2 EAPT Day 1D$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 24#2 EAPT Day 1 Turbo$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 24#4 Beasts of Poker PLO 4/5$5,000$300$200,000
Aug. 24#2 EAPT Day 2$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 24#5 La Notte Degli Assi Day 1A$500$50$250,000
Aug. 25#2 EAPT Day 3$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 25#5 La Notte Degli Assi Day 1B$500$50$250,000
Aug. 25#7 MPP Warm Up Day 1A$2,000$200$2,000,000
Aug. 25#6 Beasts of Poker PLO$10,000$400$200,000
Aug. 25#5 La Notte Degli Assi Day 1C$500$50$250,000
Aug. 26#5 La Notte Degli Assi Day 1 Turbo$500$50$250,000
Aug. 26#2 EAPT Final Day$1,000$100$500,000
Aug. 26#7 MPP Warm Up Day 1B$2,000$200$2,000,000
Aug. 26#5 La Notte Degli Assi Day 2$500$50$250,000
Aug. 27#5 La Notte Degli Assi Final Day$500$50$250,000
Aug. 27#7 MPP Warm Up Day 1C$2,000$200$2,000,000
Aug. 27#8 Ladies First$90$10-
Aug. 27#9 La Casa Delle Carte Day 1$300$30-
Aug. 28#7 MPP Warm Up Day 2$2,000$200$2,000,000
Aug. 28#9 La Casa Delle Carte Final Day$300$30-
Aug. 28#10 The One Drop Day 1$10,000$1,111-
Aug. 28#11 Malta Poker Festival Day 1$500$50-
Aug. 29#7 MPP Warm Up Final Day$2,000$200$2,000,000
Aug. 29#10 The One Drop Final Day$10,000$1,111-
Aug. 29#11 Malta Poker Festival Final Day$500$50-
Aug. 29#12 MPP Main Event Day 1A$5,000$300$5,000,000
Aug. 29#13 PokerNews Cup Day 1A$500$50$250,000
Aug. 30#12 MPP Main Event Day 1B$5,000$300$5,000,000
Aug. 30#13 PokerNews Cup Day 1B$500$50$250,000
Aug. 30#13 PokerNews Cup Day 1 Turbo$500$50$250,000
Aug. 31#12 MPP Main Event Day 1C$5,000$300$5,000,000
Aug. 31#13 PokerNews Cup Day 2$500$50$250,000
Sept. 1#12 MPP Main Event Day 2$5,000$300$5,000,000
Sept. 1#13 PokerNews Cup Final Day$500$50$250,000
Sept. 1#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Day 1A$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 1#15 MPP 7-Max Day 1$5,000$300$500,000
Sept. 2#12 MPP Main Event Day 3$5,000$300$5,000,000
Sept. 2#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Day 1B$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 2#15 MPP 7-Max Final Day$5,000$300$500,000
Sept. 2#16 MPP 6-Max Day 1$5,000$300$500,000
Sept. 2#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Day 1 Turbo$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 3#12 MPP Main Event Final Day$5,000$300$5,000,000
Sept. 3#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Day 2$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 3#16 MPP 6-Max Final Day$5,000$300$500,000
Sept. 3#17 Irish 6-Max Mediterranean Day 1$500$50-
Sept. 3#18 thefestival.com PLO 4/5/6$1,000$100-
Sept. 3#19 MPP High Roller Day 1$10,000$400$1,000,000
Sept. 4#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Day 3$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 4#17 Irish 6-Max Mediterranean Final Day$500$50-
Sept. 4#19 MPP High Roller Final Day$10,000$400$1,000,000
Sept. 4#20 thefestival.com H.O.R.S.E$500$50-
Sept. 4#21 MPP 6-Max High Roller Turbo$10,000$400$500,000
Sept. 5#14 Irish Open Mediterranean Final Day$1,000$100$500,000
Sept. 5#1 Triton NLH- 8 Handed Day 1$25,000$1,500-
Sept. 6#1 Triton NLH- 8 Handed Day 2$25,000$1,500-
Sept. 6#2 Triton NLH- 6 Handed Day 1$30,000$1,800-
Sept. 7#2 Triton NLH- 6 Handed Day 2$30,000$1,800-
Sept. 7#3 Triton NLH- 6Handed Day 1$50,000$3,000-
Sept. 8#3 Triton NLH- 6Handed Day 2$50,000$3,000-
Sept. 8#5 Triton NLH- 8 Handed Day 1$75,000$4,500-
Sept. 9#5 Triton NLH- 8 Handed Day 2$75,000$4,500-
Sept. 10#6 Coin Rivet Invitational by Triton Day 1$200,000$10,000-
Sept. 11#6 Coin Rivet Invitational by Triton Day 2$200,000$10,000-
Sept. 11#7 Triton Pot Limit Omaha Day 1$25,000$1,000-
Sept. 12#6 Coin Rivet Invitational by Triton Day Final Table$200,000$10,000-
Sept. 12#7 Triton Pot Limit Omaha Day 2$25,000$1,000-
Sept. 12#8 Triton NLH Main Event Day 1$100,000$6,000-
Sept. 13#8 Triton NLH Main Event Day 2$100,000$6,000-
Sept. 13#9 Triton NLH- Turbo$50,000$2,000-
Sept. 14#8 Triton NLH Main Event Day Final Table$100,000$6,000-
Sept. 14#10 Triton SD Ante-Only Day 1$30,000$1,800-
Sept. 15#10 Triton SD Ante-Only Day 2$30,000$1,800-
Sept. 15#11 Triton SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet (PL PF) Day 1$40,000$2,400-
Sept. 16#11 Triton SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet (PL PF) Day 2$40,000$2,400-
Sept. 16#12 Triton Short Deck Ante-Only Day 1$50,000$2,500-
Sept. 17#12 Triton Short Deck Ante-Only Day 2$50,000$2,500-
Sept. 17#13 Triton SD- Main Event Day 1$100,000$5,000-
Sept. 18#13 Triton SD- Main Event Day 2$100,000$5,000-
Sept. 18#14 Triton Short Deck Ante-Only$25,000$1,500-
Sept. 19#13 Triton SD- Main Event Day Final Table$100,000$5,000-
Sept. 19#14 Triton Short Deck Ante-Only Day 2$25,000$1,500-

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Tournament Trail: A Look at International Poker Events to Close Out Summer & Online Qualifiers

Players heading home from the World Series of Poker have plenty of tournament action to look forward to this August and September.

The World Series of Poker in Las Vegas may be over but the action is just warming up for international players. Players heading home from Sin City have plenty of tournaments to look forward to this August and September.

Many also come with numerous opportunities to win a seat in some live action via online poker qualifiers. Operators like PokerStars, PartyPoker, and the WSOP are hosting major events to close out the summer months.

Players can expect big fields and lots of solid guarantees.  Here’s a look at some of the international poker tournaments through September. 

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PartyPoker heads to the Czech Republic

King’s Resort in Rozvadov will play home to the PartyPoker Championship (PPC) Czech Republic Aug. 8-15. Currently King’s is the largest poker room in Europe boasting 160 poker tables. 

The event includes multiple tournaments with buy-ins ranging from €150 to €1,000. Highlights include the €300 main event that carries a €500,000 guarantee.

The PartyPoker Championship Czech Republic is set for Aug. 8-15 at King’s Resort in Rozvadov with online qualifiers and starting flights.

“This event marks the return of PartyPoker to King’s Resort after several years,” PartyPoker head of live events Dan Rose said.​ “We’re so excited to bring our brand new PPC brand to such a famous, high-quality card room, and it will be a perfect low buy-in, high guarantee event for our players to return to Rozvadov for.”

There are also online opportunities. Players can advance in Day 2 of the Main Event by playing in an Online Day 1. Online starting flights run July 31, Aug. 7, and Aug. 9. For more information on the series, click here.

Road to PSPC continues with PokerStars

PokerStars is running non-stop action in the next few months. The company will be hosting tours all throughout Europe.

The tour will also offer Platinum Passes to the PokerStars Player Championship in the Bahamas, which is scheduled for January. A Platinum Pass includes a tournament and travel package worth more than $30,000.

Some events and locations of Pokerstars official events include:

  • Aug. 8-21 – EPT Casino Barcelona (Spain) 
  • Aug. 25-29 – Dusk Till Dawn (Nottingham, United Kingdom)
  • Aug. 31 – Sept.1 – Casino Schenefeld (Hamburg, Germany)
  • Aug. 31 – Sept. 4 – Casino Admiral Sevilla (Spain)
  • Sept. 13-18 – Pasino de la Grande (Motte, France)
  • Sept. 19-25 – Okada, Manilla (Philippines)
  • Sept. 22-25 – Regency Casino (Thessaloniki, Greece)

For more information on winning a Platinum Pass, click here.

WPT goes international

The World Poker Tour has a few series lined up for the summer. The company has announced two official upcoming events in Asia, Europe, and Australia.

A Main Tour heads down under Sept. 23-27 at the Star Gold Coast for the A$5,300 WPT Australia. From Aug. 11-23, WPT Prime hosts more than 25 tournaments at Nagaworld Integrated Resort in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The $1,100 main event takes place on Aug. 18 with a $500,000 guarantee. 

In September, Prime takes over Casino Gran Via in Madrid, Spain. The $1,100 main event runs Sept. 15-19 and includes four flight flights.

For those heading to the Spanish event, cash players looking to jump in some side action will find a unique feature. Cash games at Casino Madrid play the button counter-clockwise compared to the conventional style of play. Tournaments run like normal however. 

Triton Series heads to Cyprus

For players looking for the big money events, Triton Poker has it covered. Merit Royal Diamond Hotel in Cyprus hosts the Super High Roller Series from Sept. 5-17.

The festival includes 13 events with buy-ins ranging from $25,000 to $200,000.

“We are excited to host the Coin Rivet Invitational, which will bring together a diverse group of passionate entrepreneurs and poker professionals to create an exciting event that will be streamed globally,” Triton CEO Andy Wong said.

The series will once again offer thorough, high-quality video coverage via Triton’s YouTube channel. For more on this series, click here.

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WSOP Europe on the horizon

For players still looking for a gold bracelet, the WSOP Europe is also approaching. The series is set for Oct. 12 – Nov. 3 with King’s Casino once again playing host.

Players will find 15 bracelets up for grabs. The highlights of the series include a  €10,000 Main Event and a €50,000 High Roller. Stay tuned to PokerScout for more WSOP Europe updates including a complete schedule.

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Action Ramps Up in Cyprus With Triton Poker Super High Roller Series, Coin Rivet Invitational

The Triton Poker Super High Roller Series returns to Cyprus from Sept. 5-17 with 13 nosebleed stakes tournaments.

Triton Poker returns to Cyprus at the Merit Royal Diamond Hotel from Sept. 5-19 with 13 nosebleed stakes tournaments. The Triton Poker Super High Roller Series should again feature some of the biggest names in poker as well as some well-heeled businessmen looking for massive payouts.

The series features buy-ins ranging from $25,000 to $200,000 and Triton will once again stream much of the action for poker fans around the world.

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A unique six-figure championship 

When the action gets underway, players will have numerous opportunities to win some big money. The Coin Rivet Invitational serves as a major series bullet point and is new to the Triton action.

The $200,000 buy-in tournament allows for a single re-entry and features a unique format. On the first day of the tournament, poker pros are separated from recreational players before the fields are merged on Day 2.

The format ensures both sides of Triton’s player base are equally represented, with the game’s affluent enthusiasts squaring off against poker’s elite, the company notes.

“We are excited to host the Coin Rivet Invitational, which will bring together a diverse group of passionate entrepreneurs and poker professionals to create an exciting event that will be streamed globally,” Triton CEO Andy Wong said in a news release.

“Our events always promise great poker showdowns, with the world’s best players competing in thrilling rounds of intense competition.”

Other highlights from the Triton Cyprus series

Beyond the Coin Rivet tournament, the Triton Cyprus festival also features $100,000 buy-in main events in both No Limit Hold’em and Short Deck. The full schedule includes numerous other Hold’em, Short Deck, and Pot Limit Omaha.

The festival kicks off in the final weeks of the Luxon Pay Mediterranean Poker Party, running at the same venue from Aug. 19 – Sept. 5. That series features buy-ins from $500 to $10,000.

The race for the Triton Player of the Year award also continues in Cyprus. The competition awards $200,000 in prize money and an exclusive trophy to the winner.

Stephen Chidwick leads the way currently with 1,265 points after a big performance in the recent Madrid series. He won the €100,000 Short Deck Main Event and had two other top-three finishes.

With three stops remaining, the race is still wide open. Here’s a look at the complete Cyprus series schedule.

Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Cyprus 2022

DateEventBuy-inDay
Sept. 5#1 NLHE - 8 Handed$25,0001
Sept. 6#1 NLHE - 8 Handed$25,0002
Sept. 6#2 NLHE - 6 Handed$50,0001
Sept. 7#2 NLHE - 6 Handed$50,0002
Sept. 7#3 NLHE - 8 Handed$75,0001
Sept. 8#3 NLHE - 8 Handed$75,0002
Sept. 8#5 NLHE - 6 Handed$30,0001
Sept. 9#5 NLHE - 6 Handed$30,0002
Sept. 9#6 NLHE - Coin Rivet Invitational$200,0001
Sept. 10#6 NLHE - Coin Rivet Invitational$200,0002
Sept. 10#7 Pot Limit Omaha$25,0001
Sept. 11#6 NLHE - Coin Rivet Invitational$200,000Final table
Sept. 11#8 NLHE - Main Event$100,0001
Sept. 12#8 NLHE - Main Event$100,0002
Sept. 12#9 NLHE - TURBO$50,000Single day
Sept. 13#8 NLHE - Main Event$100,000Final table
Sept. 13#10 SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet$50,0001
Sept. 13#10 SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet$50,0002
Sept. 14#11 SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet (PL PF)$40,0001
Sept. 15#11 SD Ante-Only - 1 Bullet (PL PF)$40,0002
Sept. 15#12 SD - Main Event$100,0001
Sept. 16#12 SD - Main Event$100,0002
Sept. 16#13 Short Deck Ante-Only$30,0001
Sept. 17#13 Short Deck Ante-Only$30,0002
Sept. 17#14 Short Deck Ante-Only - TURBO$25,000Singe day

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Triton Poker Brings High Stakes Action to Madrid in May; GGPoker Offers Online Satellites for Series

After the recent six-day stop in Cyprus, the Triton Poker Series Madrid runs May 13-25 at Casino Gran Via.

The high roller poker action returns in May with Triton Poker heading to Spain this time around. After the recent six-day stop in Cyprus, the Triton Series Madrid runs May 13-25 at Casino Gran Via.

The company is dubbing the 2022, Season 2 series with the tagline, “Where High Stakes Dreams Are Dealt.” The festival features 13 events with buy-ins ranging from €20,000 to € 150,000.

Many of the biggest high rollers in poker should be taking part. All the action once again will be filmed for viewing on the Triton YouTube and other social media channels.

“We look forward to showcasing the thrills and excitement that our tournaments have to offer as we continue to give full coverage of our highly anticipated season two kickoff to our growing audiences across multiple platforms,” Triton Series CEO Andy Wong said in a news release.

“As we kick off our first stop with the introduction of the coveted Triton Player of the Year, the new season promises some added excitement and unique twists.”

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Highlights from Triton Madrid

Players heading to Madrid will find a distinctly European experience. A city full of contrasting styles, beautiful architecture, and immersive heritage hosts the series. Casino Gran Via is housed in a palace in the heart of Madrid and offers a unique setting for Triton.

Players will find a full slate of events with tournaments featuring Short Deck, No Limit Hold’em, and Pot Limit Omaha. A €20,000 NLHE kicks off the action on May 13.

Even bigger buy-ins start on May 17 with a €50,000 NLHE followed by a €75,000 NLHE event a day later. The three-day main event carries a €100,000 buy-in and runs from May 20-22.

Along with the high-stakes action, the Madrid stop is a part of the Triton Player of the Year race. That promotion runs throughout all four stops this season with an extra $200,000 up for grabs. The POY also grabs a special trophy for the accomplishment. Here’s a look at the complete series.

2022 Triton Series Madrid

DateEventBuy-inDays
May 13#1 NLHE - 8 Handed€ 20,0001
May 14#1 NLHE - 8 Handed€ 20,0002
May 14#2 NLHE - 7 Handed€ 30,0001
May 15#2 NLHE - 7 Handed€ 30,0002
May 15#3 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 20,0001
May 16#3 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 20,0002
May 16#5 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 25,0001
May 17#5 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 25,0002
May 17#6 NLHE - 7 Handed€ 50,0001
May 18#6 NLHE - 7 Handed€ 50,0002
May 18#7 NLHE - 8 Handed€ 75,0001
May 19#7 NLHE - 8 Handed€ 75,0002
May 19#8 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 50,0001
May 20#8 Short Deck Ante-Only€ 50,0002
May 20#9 NLHE - Main Event€ 100,0001
May 21#9 NLHE - Main Event€ 100,0002
May 21#10 NLHE - 8-Handed Turbo€ 50,000Single day
May 22#9 NLHE - Main Event€ 100,000Final table
May 22#11 Pot Limit Omaha€ 25,0001
May 23#11 Pot Limit Omaha€ 25,000Final table
May 23#12 SD - Main Event€ 100,0001
May 24#12 SD - Main Event€ 100,0002
May 24#13 Short Deck Ante-Only (one bullet)€ 150,0001
May 25#13 Short Deck Ante-Only (one bullet)€ 150,0002
May 25#14 Short Deck Ante-Only Turbo€ 30,000Single day

GGPoker part of the festivities, even more extras planned for players

Once again, GGPoker will serve as title sponsor of the Madrid series. Triton and the company continue to collaborate on live events after announcing a deal in March.

With the Madrid stop, that partnership is now coming to fruition. The site offers exclusive online satellites for the series, allowing average players a shot at these huge Triton buy-in events.

Also in Madrid, high-end jewelry manufacturer Jacob & Co debuts as the tour’s official timekeeper. This is the company’s first foray into the world of poker.

For Triton winners, the brand is developing a limited-edition collaborative timepiece with a design that encompasses the poker world.

“This achievement is a significant step forward for Triton Series in its mission to continually innovate live poker events, offering exclusive and always-thrilling live poker entertainment to players and fans at these exotic locations,” the company notes in a news release of the partnership.

Phil Ivey’s return to live poker highlighted the Cyprus series. He scored the title in a $75,000 Short Deck event for $1.2 million.

In Madrid, poker fans hoping to check out the action can expect more than 10 hours of live daily coverage. That spans across 13 days on Triton’s official media channels.

“The success and reach in Cyprus recently showed us that the quality of our content is a testament to our commitment in continuing to grow our Triton community,” Triton head of business development Chng Zhen Wei said. “We appreciate the ongoing support of our partners and fans in expanding the Triton Series.”

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Phil Ivey Among Triton Winners in Cyprus, PokerGO European Series Next Up for High Rollers

The Triton Poker Special Edition Cyprus concluded this week with Phil Ivey scoring a title and the PokerGO Super High Roller Series Europe up next.

The Triton Poker Cyprus Special Edition wrapped up Thursday after four events and millions of dollars awarded to winners. One name stood out among the rest as 10-time World Series of Poker champion Phil Ivey grabbed a Short Deck title.

The Poker Hall of Famer added to his extensive poker resumé. This added a nice bullet point to the series, Triton’s first in three years. Here’s a quick look below at all the Triton winners from the Merit Hotel and Casino in North Cyprus.

The action in Cyprus now shifts to the PokerGO Super High Roller Series Europe.

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Event 5: $25,000 Short Deck

The second straight short deck tournament saw Hong Kong’s Winfred Yu emerge as the winner. Well-known among Asian poker circles, Yu topped a field of 41 entries for a  $1 million top prize.

This was the second Triton title of his career after winning a short deck event in Montenegro in 2019. Yu has a reputation as the go-to organizer of high stakes cash games in Asia. Many of the region’s top pros took to the stage to celebrate with the winner.

 Malaysia’s Ivan Leow took the runner-up spot for $699,500 and Danny Tang, of Hong Kong, took third for $447,000. 

* Note: There was no fourth event scheduled, per Triton custom.

Event 3: $75,000 Short Deck

Ivey showed his poker skills in this one, topping a field of 51 entries for his second Triton title. This score brought a payday of almost $1.2 million, the largest share of a $3.7 million prize pool.

Away from the live poker scene for a few years, the 45-year-old certainly made his presence known in Cyprus. Along with the title, Ivey made two other final table appearances. That fact wasn’t lost on fellow poker Hall of Famer Daniel Negreanu.

“You love to see it!” he noted on Twitter. “One of his biggest strengths has always been figuring out new games faster than everyone else, and it appears he gets short deck.”

That appears to be true and Ivey’s previous Triton win also came in this format in Montenegro in 2018. In this week’s win, he eliminated five of his final six opponents.

 Malaysia’s Kiat Lee finished runner-up for $840,000 with Mike Watson, of Canada, finishing third for $538,000.

Event 2: $100,000 NLHE Eight-handed

The Triton action ramped up to a six-figure buy-in for this one with Dutchman Teun Mulder coming out on top. He prevailed over a field of 69 entries, which produced a prize pool of $6.6 million.

Mulder won $1.9 million for his efforts after beating his best friend and countryman Tom Vogelsang heads-up. The two even predicted their own heads-up battle.

“We talked about it,” Mulder said. “We said today it’s going to be the Dutch guys first and second.”

Vogelsang grabbed almost $1.4 million for runner-up and Jake Schindler, of the United States, won $903,000 for third.

Event 1: $50,000 NLHE Six-handed

Online poker superstar Andras Nemeth, of Hungary, kicked off the series with a nice win for $1.1 million. He topped a field of 82 entries that produced a $3.9 million prize pool.

“It wasn’t easy,” Nemeth said. “The final table was really tough. I was a little bit nervous at the start and I made a couple of … well, it was close but I made some not good decisions. Then when we got short stacked, it was all about who was going to win the first major all-in.”

Nemeth found himself heads-up against friend and fellow Hungarian Laszlo Bujtas for the title. Bujtas added $770,000 for second place.

“It was surreal to play for the first time and to then get heads-up against one of my best friends in poker,” Nemeth said. “I had to pinch myself.”

South Korea’s Tommy Kim placed third for $503,800 and Ivey finished fourth for $387,100.]

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Triton strikes deal with GGPoker

The Cyprus series was the first tournament series run after the tour announced a deal with GGPoker. The poker operator becomes Triton’s official online poker sponsor.

The two companies are promising online qualifiers to some of the biggest events in poker. Could a Triton online high roller series also be heading to GGPoker? No word on that, but it doesn’t seem out of the realm of possibility. 

GG also grabs a presence in a popular live poker series with the deal. Triton next heads to Spain from May 13-25 for more high-stakes action.

Super High Roller Series Europe kicks off

After the Triton series wrapped up, the high roller action shifted to PokerGO’s Super High Roller Series Europe. The schedule features another 10 events and the first tournament kicked off Thursday.

Buy-ins range from €25,000 to €250,000 and a $25,000 Pot Limit Omaha event kicked off the series. The final table is set for Friday with Laszlo Bujtas returning as chip leader.

PokerGO will stream all final table action.  Here’s a look at that complete schedule:

DateEventBuy-in
April 7#1 – Pot Limit Omaha$25,000
April 8#2 – NLHE$25,000
April 9#3 – Short Deck$50,000
April 10#4 – Pot Limit Omaha$25,000
April 11#5 – NLHE$50,000
April 12#6 – Short Deck$100,000
April 13#7 – Pot Limit Omaha$25,000
April 13NLHE Championship$250,000
April 14#8 – NLHE$50,000
April 15#9 – NLHE$50,000

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