WPT Global has joined forces with JP Poker Card Club & Casino, one of Ireland’s most well-known poker destinations, to launch a monthly poker tournament with a guaranteed prize pool of €50,000. This partnership is aimed at both online and live poker enthusiasts, and is offering opportunities for players to compete at various levels.
WPT in Dublin
The tournament will have a €200 buy-in, making it accessible to a wide range of players. The first event is scheduled for 3 to 6 October, and every month thereafter on the first weekend. WPT Global, renowned for its online poker offerings, will be hosting daily satellite tournaments that allow players to qualify for Online Day 1, before transitioning to the live event at JP Poker Card Club & Casino, located in Tallaght, Dublin.
This collaboration will be introducing an online satellite event, guaranteeing 20 seats for the live tournament at JP Poker Card Club & Casino as a way to connect the virtual and physical poker worlds. Players from all over the globe will be able to qualify online for the major live event.
“We’re thrilled”
JP McCann, owner of JP Poker Card Club & Casino, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled to work with WPT Global, a brand known for its innovation and excellence in the online poker space. This collaboration enables us to provide our players with high-value tournaments and the best poker experience Ireland has to offer, all within our newly upgraded venue.”
Alex Scott, President of WPT Global, declared, “Partnering with JP Poker Card Club & Casino presents an amazing opportunity for us to connect with Ireland’s vibrant poker community. We’re thrilled to offer players the chance to qualify online for a €50,000 guaranteed monthly tournament and participate in the WPT World Championship, blending the best of both worlds.”
JP Poker Card Club & Casino, established in 2005, is a cornerstone of the Irish poker scene, offering a variety of nightly tournaments, cash games, and exclusive promotions. Players who participate in the tournaments also have the added benefit of discounted accommodation at the adjacent Maldron Hotel.
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