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WPT Voyage 2024 - Full Ship Takeover

March 31 - April 1, 2024

Dates: 31st March - 6th April 2024

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Set Sail on the poker cruise of a lifetime with the 2024 WPT® Voyage and its $1 Million GTD Main Event.

The World Poker Tour takes over an ENTIRE Virgin Voyages cruise ship March 31 - April 6. The Voyage begins in Miami, FL and will cruise through the Caribbean, with stops in the Cayman Islands and Bahamas before returning to Florida.

Full event details, structure and discounted room rates can be found on the WPT Voyage website: https://www.wptvoyage.com/

Win your way to WPT Voyage!

WPT Package Qualifiers are running now and can be used for this event. Satellites run all week, with buy-ins starting from just $5. Win your way, or buy-in directly, to the $1,060 qualifier, awarding multiple $12,400 WPT Passports every Sunday.

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What to Watch for at WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown

The 2024 world poker tour seminole hard rock poker showdown kicks off its 13th time as a wpt main tour stop on friday, so here’s a little history lesson about one of the most prolific events in tour history..

After popping in and out of the Port of Miami for WPT Voyage , the World Poker Tour returns to Florida for one of its signature events – the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown in Hollywood, Florida . The history of the WPT at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood dates back over a decade, to Season IX, with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown debuting in May 2011.

Since becoming a WPT stop back in 2012, the WPT SHRPS has returned each calendar year (except for 2020), making it one of the longest-running active events on the tour today. It’s also been one of the most consistently lucrative stops on tour, with six of the 12 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown champions banking at least $1 million for their respective wins.

The 2024 edition of the WPT SHRPS kicks off Friday, April 19 with Day 1A, followed by Day 1B on Saturday, April 20. The field will combine on Day 2 Sunday, and play through Day 4 on Tuesday until a final table of six has been locked in. The event will be paused at that point, with the final table set to be filmed in late May in Las Vegas.

With so much rich history surrounding this event, it feels only right to reflect ahead of the 13th edition of the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown.

One Year Since Bin Weng Kicked His Career into High Gear

At the outset of the 2024 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown, Bin Weng is the No. 1 tournament poker player in the world according to the Global Poker Index rankings. One year ago, Weng was starting to put together a career year with a $1 million win at Borgata and a WSOP Circuit Main Event title over the first few months of 2023.

But that was only the beginning.

Weng flew down to Florida and started logging cashes from Event 1 of the prelims at SHRPS, and by the time the series was over, he’d secure his place at the WPT televised final table. He’d already punched his ticket to the TV tapings in Las Vegas, and then just one week later made his way to Oklahoma to do it all over again. Weng booked another final table spot for WPT Choctaw, and set himself up to play for WPT titles on back-to-back days as he looked to make history .

The first night at HyperX in Las Vegas netted Weng the 2023 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown title and $1,128,250 . And while his second shot at a title came up short in fourth place, Weng was on his way to supercharging the rest of his year.

He went on to win over $2.2 million that July at the WPT EveryOne for One Drop at Wynn Las Vegas, and then capped it all off by chopping the $25,300 High Roller during the WPT World Championship festival. There were a few more players to sweat out, but Weng ultimately locked up 2023 WPT Player of the Year honors as well.

Brian Altman Chasing WPT History at a Friendly Venue

No individual tournament poker player has had more success at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood than Brian Altman. The three-time WPT champion won two WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open titles, in 2015 and 2020 (as well as his third WPT title at the sister property in Tampa in 2021), and also holds the No. 1 spot on the all-time money list for tournaments held on the property.

Altman is the most recent addition to the three-time WPT champions club, and as everyone chases down Darren Elias’ current record of four WPT titles, Altman figures to be a player to watch once the 2024 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown kicks off on Friday.

Checking in on SHRPS 2024 Prelim Action

In the lead-up to every WPT Main Tour Stop at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, a month-long festival of events brings out some of the biggest names in poker and generates tremendous stories (and prizes) along the way.

WPT Champions Club member Chance Kornuth took down a $10,000 Heads Up event earlier this week, defeating Scott Baumstein to seal the deal. Along the way, Kornuth defeated Landon Tice in the semifinals and managed an icy slowroll to his friend on his way to victory .

The biggest story coming out of the prelim events was that of Ryan Hoenig. His run of form started inauspiciously enough with a sixth-place finish in a $600 Omaha Hi-Lo event on April 5. Two days later, it was fifth in an $1,100 No Limit Hold’em tournament. But that’s when the real fun started.

Ryan Hoenig is having the best week ever! Last night, he won the $600 Badugi for his third trophy in three straight nights. The two days before that? He went back-to-back with second-place finishes. In his last five nights, two runner-up and three trophies. Insane heater! pic.twitter.com/lQcykYhcI6 — Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (@shrpo) April 14, 2024

Hoenig put together back-to-back runner-up finishes on April 9th and 10th, but that was still just the beginning. Hoenig ran off three consecutive victories on the next three nights, from April 11 to April 13 in three different mixed game formats. If he hasn’t used up every ounce of his run-good, Hoenig will be a player to watch for in the Championship Event field.

To the surprise of few who follow tournament results, Ari Engel recorded two titles himself during the SHRPS festival. Two-time 2023 WSOP bracelet winner Brian Yoon picked up a $10,000 No Limit Hold’em title in one of the biggest buy-in events of the festival as well.

WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Gallery of Champions

Season 9  (2011): Taylor Von Kriegenbergh – $1,122,340

Season 10 (2012): Tommy Vedes – $779,520

Season 11 (2013) : Kevin Eyster – $660,395

Season 12 (2014): Eric Afriat – $1,081,184

Season 13 (2015):  Griffin Paul – $1,000,000

Season 14 (2016):  Justin Young – $669,161

Season 15 (2017):  Tony Sinishtaj – $661,283

Season 16 (2018) : Scott Margereson – $696,740

Season 17 (2019):  James Carroll – $715,175

Season 18 (2021): Brek Schutten – $1,261,085

Season 20 (2022): Mark Davis – $1,000,300

Season 21 (2023):  Bin Weng – $1,128,250

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood All-Time Money List

According to Hendon Mob, as of April 18, 2024

• *Brian Altman – $3,171,258
• *Alex Foxen – $2,974,564
• Sean Winter – $2,742,404
• Daniel Colman – $ 2,510,966
• Jason Mercier – $2,495,977
• Justin Bonomo – $2,480,463
• Blair Hinkle – $2,314,241
• Jake Schindler – $2,161,055
• Mukul Pahuja -$2,096,376
• Joseph McKeehen – $2,076,236

*WPT Champions Club member

For full tournament details, check out the 2024 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown landing page .

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The World Poker Tour (WPT) in the Poker Universe

In the thrilling realm of poker, few events capture the essence of competition, skill, and excitement quite like the World Poker Tour (WPT). Established in 2002, the WPT has grown to become a global phenomenon, attracting poker enthusiasts, professionals, and spectators from around the world. This article delves into the history, impact, and significance of the World Poker Tour in the ever-evolving landscape of poker.

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Origins of the World Poker Tour:

The World Poker Tour was conceived by television producers Steven Lipscomb and Lyle Berman with the vision of bringing the intensity and drama of high-stakes poker to a broader audience. The inaugural season kicked off in 2002, featuring a series of Texas Hold’em tournaments held at renowned casinos and destinations.

2022 WPT World Championship winner:

Eliot Hudon, a Canadian poker player, secured the title of the 2022 WPT World Championship winner by triumphing over a massive field of 2,930 entries in the $10,400 buy-in event. His impressive victory at Wynn Las Vegas on Tuesday, December 20, earned him a remarkable first-place prize of $4,136,000. Notably, this triumph marked Hudon’s inaugural World Poker Tour cash, and prior to this, his highest live tournament cash had been $113,800, as reported by HendonMob.com.

Tournament Format:

One of the distinctive features of the WPT is its focus on televised final tables. The tour travels to various glamorous locations, turning poker tournaments into high-profile, televised events. The tournament format typically involves a series of satellite events leading up to the main event, where players compete for a chance to advance to the televised final table. This format not only adds an element of glamour but also allows viewers to witness the strategic brilliance and nerve-wracking decisions that define poker at the highest level.

Global Reach and Impact:

Over the years, the WPT has expanded its reach, hosting events on multiple continents and attracting a diverse array of players. The tour has played a crucial role in popularizing poker globally, contributing to the growth of the poker industry and creating household names out of its champions.

The WPT Champions Club:

Winning a WPT title is a prestigious accomplishment for any poker player. The WPT Champions Club is an exclusive group of individuals who have secured victory in a WPT main event. This elite club includes legendary players such as Doyle Brunson, Gus Hansen, and Daniel Negreanu, among others. The club’s roster is a testament to the tour’s ability to attract and showcase the best talent in the poker world.

Evolution and Adaptation:

In response to the dynamic nature of the poker industry, the WPT has evolved over the years to stay relevant and exciting. The tour introduced the WPT Alpha8 series, catering to high-stakes players, and embraced online platforms to reach a broader audience. These adaptations have ensured that the WPT remains a driving force in the ever-expanding poker community.

Conclusion:

The World Poker Tour stands as a beacon in the poker universe, providing a stage for the world’s best players to showcase their skills and create lasting legacies. From its humble beginnings in 2002 to its current status as a global phenomenon, the WPT has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern poker landscape. As the tour continues to evolve and adapt, its influence on the poker community is sure to endure, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of competitive poker worldwide.

WPT® Choctaw Championship Festival 2024

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