WPT Prime Championship Returns with Jereld Sam Shining
Upcoming WPT Prime Championship
The $1,100 buy-in, $5,000,000 GTD WPT Prime Championship will take place from Dec. 8-14 at the Wynn Las Vegas as part of the WPT World Championship Festival (Dec. 3-23). In 2023, Calvin Anderson triumphed in a field of 10,512 entries, taking home $1,386,280.
Recognized as the Best Mid-Major Tour/Circuit by the Global Poker Awards, the WPT Prime Championship continues to be a highlight of the poker calendar.
Record-Breaking WPT Prime Taiwan
In August, the TWD 35,000 ($1,100) WPT Prime Taiwan Championship drew 1,666 entries and generated a TWD 51,389,500 ($1,597,435) prize pool, setting records for both Taiwan and the WPT Prime series outside Las Vegas. Singapore’s Jereld Sam claimed victory, earning TWD 8,065,000 (~$250,231) and a $10,400 WPT World Championship seat.
Jereld Sam’s Journey to Success
Sam, 30, began playing poker at 20 during a home game. His competitive drive pushed him to study the game, and he has since achieved multiple tournament victories.
In 2023, Sam won the Poker Dream Waiwain Mystery Bounty, Asia Poker Tour Hanoi Billions Mystery Bounty, and HKPPA Premier League Main Event, with his WPT Prime victory marking a career milestone.
Family Support Makes It Worthwhile
Winning the WPT Prime Championship was particularly meaningful for Sam, as his previously skeptical mother watched his victory.
“Her big smile when I brought the trophy home made it all worth it,” Sam said.
FAQ
What is the payout for the WPT Prime Championship?
WPT Prime Championship The 10,516 entries made the $1,100 buy-in event the single largest live WPT-branded tournament field of all time, with a prize pool of $10,196,640 - double the $5 million guarantee. The winner of the No-Limit Hold ’em tournament will earn the top prize of $1,386,280.Dec 19, 2023
What is the entry fee for the World Poker Tour?
Buy-In & Fees: $10,400 buy-in = $9,800 (Prize Pool) + $400 (Entry Fee) + $200 (Staff Fee). Late Registration: Registration will close at the start of Level 7 on each Day 1 (approximately 6:45 PM).
Does WPT still exist?
Television. The year-round WPT television show has broadcast globally in more than 150 countries and territories, and is currently producing its 21st season, which airs on Bally’s Sports Regional Networks in the United States.
Is it safe to play on WPT Global?
Is it safe to play on WPT Global? WPT Global is licenced in Curaçao by Gaming Services Provider N.V. and its RNG (random number generator) is independently certified by Gaming Laboratories International (GLI).
Is there prime in the Gold Coast?
We are proud to now be able to offer Prime members in the Blue Mountains, Canberra, the Gold Coast, Mornington Peninsula and the Sunshine Coast access to Prime Free One-Day Delivery building on a service that Prime members in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane have been enjoying.”28 Aug 2024
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