Our guest this week is Michael Shackleford aka The Wizard of Odds. We discuss the updated version of his book “Gambling 102”, and his thoughts about being part of Gambling With an Edge over the years.
Baseball legends Roger Clemens, Greg Maddux, and Frank Thomas were among the superstar athletes in attendance Sunday night at Circa Las Vegas’s Legacy Club for the Baller Dream Foundation Celebrity Poker Tournament, which raised over $175,000 — and counting — for a good cause. Former offensive lineman Evan Mathis, who spent 12 seasons in the NFL, won the tournament and received the top prize of $75,000.
For Clemens, who won six Cy Young awards and 354 games mostly in the 1980s and 1990s, it was his first experience playing poker. He told PokerNews at the event that he picked up some advice from his kids.
“My boys tried to give me a little Poker 101, but I don’t know if it’s going to be any good,” Clemens said in the interview you can view below.
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Playing Poker for a Great Cause
What brought Clemens, and the other celebs, to Circa on Sunday wasn’t to gain some tournament experience in hopes of one day becoming the next Phil Ivey. They were there to support the Baller Dream Foundation, which provides assistance for children battling cancer.
“The Baller Dream, the event here is, it’s a beautiful place where we’re at, at Circa, and having Greg Maddux, everybody, all the wonderful people that I’ve met that are behind the scenes running this event. I just celebrated my 30th anniversary with the Roger Clemens Foundation. We deal with at-risk children, and I know that what goes on here and what this is for, it’s super important.”
During the 1990s, when you’d see Clemens and Thomas, aka the “Big Hurt,” in a venue together, it was usually with Clemens on the pitcher’s mound hurling a 100 mile-per-hour fastball towards Thomas, who was one of the all-time greatest hitters. But on Sunday, the baseball legends squared off on the felt against a number of other other athletes along with a few poker players including Shaun Colquhoun, a local pro who took fourth in the 2022 WSOP Casino Employees event.
None of the players in the field, however, could outlast Mathis, who took it down. Mathis is no slouch on the felt. In fact, according to Hendon Mob, he had nearly $280,000 in live poker tournament cashes. That includes a $192,000 score for sixth place in a 2019 high roller event at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA).
Former NFL’er Evan Mathis Takes on the 2019 PCA
Clemens, on the other hand, well, there was no beginner’s luck. But he served his purpose of helping support the Baller Dream Foundation, the main purpose of the evening for everyone in the tournament at the Legacy Club, a stunning luxurious rooftop lounge on the 60th floor at Circa Las Vegas.
Maddux, whose daughter Paige hosted the event and gave a heartfelt speech prior to the start, told PokerNews that he’s more experienced at poker than Clemens, but “by Vegas standards, no, I’m probably a 25 handicap,” when asked if he’s a skilled poker player. The long-time pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves said he would often play cards on the plane with teammates traveling to road games.
Like Clemens, Maddux is considered by most baseball experts to be one of the best pitchers of all-time. The Las Vegas local won four Cy Young awards and 355 games (one more than Clemens), struck out 3,371 batters, and won a World Series title with the Braves in 1995.
Maddux Makes a Generous Donation
Prior to the announcement of “shuffle up and deal” from tournament director Mike Palm, VP of Operations at the D in Las Vegas, Maddux informed the crowd he was donating $49,500 to the Baller Dream Foundation. As he mentioned, he was going to donate $50,000 but needed $500 for a rebuy in the tournament.
On top of the money raised from buy-ins and rebuys, the charity event hosted a silent auction, which featured a number of signed jerseys and baseballs from superstar athletes such as Maddux, Clemens, and Shohei Ohtani, the two-way star for the Los Angeles Angels.
For more information about the Baller Dream Foundation and their purpose, visit BallerDream.org.
Clark County Commissioners approved the Boring Company, owned by Elon Musk, to build 18 new underground transportation stations in its Las Vegas tunnels.
“[The new stations] will increase connectivity and convenience to visitors within the Resort Corridor and surrounding establishments,” said a document filed with the city. “[The stations will] encourage pursuing a variety of strategies to reduce reliance on private automobile travel, to reduce fossil fuel consumption and associated pollutant emissions from vehicles.”
the project will be 100% self-funded and will not require taxpayer assistance
The plan was met with a 6-1 vote of approval by Clark County officials. Boring Company attorney Stephanie Allen Key promised that the project will be 100% self-funded and will not require taxpayer assistance, which was key to its passing.
Musk’s plan will roughly double the size of the Vegas Loop and bring the total to 73 stations and 65 miles of tunnels, 25 of which will be added with the new build.
New stops will be positioned near Palace Station and Circus Circus casino resorts and the expected sites of Dream Las Vegas and an Oak View Group casino resort.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reported that more than one million people have ridden on the Vegas Loop, which was approved in 2021 and opened in 2022. The Las Vegas Strip already had 55 stations across 34 miles of tunnels.
Parts of the tunnel that enter Las Vegas’ jurisdiction need to be approved by the Las Vegas City Council. The full completion of the Vegas Loop is expected in 2027 and will branch into residential neighborhoods.
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Skywind is one of the largest and most popular brands in the online gaming industry. They supply fun and unique slot games with many themes, varying background music, and a wide range of bonuses and special features.
This game provider has produced over 300 slots but take a look at our Top 10 Skywind slot games! Whatever your preference is, there is a slot style and experience for all players.
#1 8 Tigers Gold Megaways
First up on our list is the shiny Tigers Gold Megaways with high volatility, a 6-reel x 8-row game grid, and a gigantic 262,144 paylines. On this roaring slot game, you will also find Yin and Yang symbols, the prominent tiger face icon, and Cascading Reels, as well as Extra, Double and Triple Chance bonus features!
The sleek design, and traditional music will transport you to the far east so that you can embark on an adventure with this tiger themed game. See if you can find your stripes and get a payout of up to 20,000x your bet through one of the many combination variables!
Year of Release
2021
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
20,000x
#2 Celestial Beauty
Next up on our list is the recently released, adorable style Kawaii slot with 6 slot reels and medium volatility. Enter the pastel party both in the game display as well as the beautiful sunset background where you will find Scatter symbols, winged creatures, and sparkling gems to collect.
There are also Cluster Pays slot lines to look out for in addition to the enchanting Moon Beauty and Sun Beauty Free Games which will all help get you the highest payout. Bounce your way on the fluffy clouds into the cascading mechanic to see what your €0.20 to €200 bet range could bring you back.
Year of Release
2023
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
5,000x
#3 Sugar Bonanza Deluxe
Sugar Bonanza Deluxe is another happy and bubbly slot on our list for those who have a real sweet tooth. So, get your dentist appointment ready as you spin into candyland and play on this blissful 5-reel x 6-row slot game filled with whimsical fruit, cute candy, and happy hearts!
There are a whopping 10 multipliers to try and land that could increase your win potential up to 2,000x, on top of Scatter symbols that could find you in fizzy Free Games. Grab your spoon and see if you can stick a sweet landing!
Year of Release
2023
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
250,000x
#4 Super Lion
Enter the future with this cosmic slot. Red, blue, purple, green, and orange gemstones can be found on the game grid as the electronic and ambient audio takes you on a galactic journey. The Wild Respin feature can see Wilds stack up to give you a booming payout, so keep an eye out for those.
The slot game has 5-reels x 3-rows, 10 fixed paylines and is a low to medium variance slot. The most valuable icon is the rainbow-coloured Lion Wild symbol, so see if you can follow its giant face into a roaring progressive jackpot.
Year of Release
2019
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
4,000x
#5 Joker’s Luck Deluxe
Time for something different! Next up, we have a unique layout for the sequel to Joker’s Luck, containing a 3-reel x 3-row game layout with just 1 payline. This game has a high volatility, and fun symbols such as a horseshoe, a bell and a goldstar to try and get a multiplier with.
This exciting slot game has a ‘unlimited in theory’ maximum win mechanism. This means that if you go to the bonus round, you can fill all 3 cashpot towers and keep on winning until you collect. But watch out for the Red Joker who may show up and remove all of your prizes!
Year of Release
2021
RTP
97%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
Unlimited in theory
#6 Golden Rings
Shine Bright with Golden Rings slot game for a fun and vibrant experience. The design of this game resembles a cartoon style classic slot for any lovers of the original layouts. You can find the iconic BAR symbol in 3 variations for different prizes.
On this upbeat game, you can also find Wild symbols, Scatter symbols, Free spins, and Golden Rings overlays which gives you a better chance at a higher payout. Spin away on the 5-reel x 3-row shiny game grid and see if you can land a big win on one of the 15 betways.
Year of Release
2023
RTP
92.05%
Bonus Features
Yes
#7 Big Buffalo Megaways
For a big and bushy animalistic slot game, have a go on the Mega Big Buffalo game that has a gigantic 177,649 ways to win! There are 6 reels and 2-7 rows that display many unique symbols on a huge design layout.
Look out for the Multiplier Wilds and Free Games Bonus which could give you up to 5x your win. And if you thought it was just Buffalos, then you are in for a surprise. There are foxes, eagles, cats, and even more symbols to find, so venture into the wild, and see what animals you can encounter!
Year of Release
2021
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
5,000x
#8 Money Grows on Trees
Does money grow on trees? See if you can find out on this player favourite slot game from one of Skywind’s studios, Slot Factory. Unsurprisingly you can find trees, plants, and fruits on this 5-reel game, but there are also exciting bonuses to play in the mud for.
See what’s ripe for the picking among the Multipliers, Free Spins, and Platinum Spins and all of the other added extras that can be found on a single spin. Plant your seed and see what you can grow on the 20 paylines!
Year of Release
20
RTP
95.98%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
1,600x
#9 Howl at the Moon
It’s always midnight on this slot game, so spin the reels on this classic style design layout in search of the majestic Wolf Wild and Sticky Wild symbols to try and land a howling payout. Find the final game on our list displayed on a twilight wooded backdrop, as exciting and immersive music plays throughout your spins.
There is a Gamble feature to look out for, so join the wolf pack and spin away. The dusk sky is the limit; reach for the stars and see what you can win!
Year of Release
2023
RTP
95.94%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
100x
#10 Big Top Bonanza Megaways
Roll up, roll up! The circus is in town, so get your golden ticket and go for a spin! The last slot favourite from Skywind on our Top 10 list has 6 reels and 2-7 rows, cascading reels, progressive win multipliers and 3 Bonus Modifiers – Normal, Super, and Mega!
The sleek game design lays inside a circus tent as traditional circus music and chants play in the background. Let the ringmaster guide you through a possible 200,704 paylines on this festive and exciting design layout. Will you come out big on top?
Year of Release
2022
RTP
96.5%
Bonus Features
Yes
Maximum Win
5,000x
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EveryMatrix, a Malta-based B2B iGaming content and technology supplier, released the financial results for the first quarter of 2023 to report the record financial performance in the given period. According to the supplier’s web page, all business segments – Casino, Sports, and Platform – had a profitable quarter and contributed to the EBITDA growth of 119% over the same period last year to mark the highest growth in company history.
The company reported record financial results in Q1 2023, the simultaneous launch of the ambitious platform migration project, and the closure of an omnichannel deal with a first-class European brand. Every Matrix reportedly continued to reinvest revenues into future developments in the given quarter.
Record Results:
As of March 31, 2023, the company recorded net revenue of €23.5 million, which is 69% more than the prior year’s quarter, as well as a 21% increase over the level seen in the previous quarter (Q4 2022). These figures represent the sixth consecutive quarter of increased revenues and represent the key driver for the record profit levels seen in the first quarter of 2023.
These levels have been reflected by earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) soaring by 119% on a year-on-year basis to reach the €10.5 m height compared to €4.8m achieved in Q1 2022.
Strong Performance:
As indicated above, these figures were propelled by the company’s revenue performance of its Casino segment which generated a recordquarterly gross gaming revenue of €374 m, representing a 77% growth over the same period in 2022. At the same time, Every Matrix implemented a strong cost control policy to increase the net revenue levels.
The sports wagering operation reportedly recorded a €991 m handle in the quarter which is as much as 210% more than Q1 2022. The company expects to stay on track for further growth after signing significant deals with bet-at-home and The Hungarian Lottery. These investments are set to add value to the company’s operations.
Quarter-on-Quarter Growth:
Ebbe Groes, Group CEO of EveryMatrix, said: “Records keep on being broken and that is all down to our people. I’m very proud of all our business units and their teams who are relentlessly driving quarter-on-quarter growth for the business and for our partners across all areas.”
Groes added: “This year is all about delivering and going above and beyond for our global customers. We have several large-scale projects underway including a successful platform migration and new look sportsbook for bet-at-home, with Germany to come shortly, and the launch of the Hungarian lottery’s new digital sports offering later this year.”
Commenting on the future prospects, Groes reportedly said: “I’m more excited than ever for the future growth of EveryMatrix, with new omnichannel agreements being signed, and new, innovative gamification features set to create even more value for our operator partners.”
Record Net Revenues:
For the fifth consecutive quarter, the Casino segment made record net revenue of €10.8 m representing an 84% growth over Q1 2022. The Sports segment went up 29% to €5.9 m compared with the same period last year. But the Platform segment made an exceptional Q1 2023 performance with a net revenue increase of 97% over the first quarter of 2022 and a record EBITDA contribution of €3.4 m.
Q1 2023 Milestones:
In addition to record revenues and deals with bet-at-home and the Hungarian Lottery, the first quarter of 2023 marked around 50 new content and technology supply contracts and agreements between Every Matrix agreements and operators across nine jurisdictions. The company also received license approval in Connecticut, which is the fifth US state license for the developer who also received license approval for its JackPot engine product in Malta and Greece.
The 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte-Carlo festival is rapidly approaching a thrilling conclusion in Monaco, as is the Mini EPT Monte-Carlo series taking place online at PokerStars. The Mini EPT Monte-Carlo gives players the chance to compete in some incredibly well-structured events, mimicking the EPT proper, for a fraction of the cost.
Twelve of the planned 21 Mini EPT Monte-Carlo events have crowned their champions, and PokerStars has given away dozens upon dozens of Spring Championship Of Online Poker (SCOOP) tickets to the players that have gone deep in those completed event.
The value keeps coming during the next nine tournaments, including the $5.50 buy-in $40,000 guaranteed Main Event, which has an EPT Barcelona package waiting for the eventual champion.
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Greek Grinder Grabs a $20K Score From a $55 Buy-in
Greece’s “samosisland” is the biggest winner from all the completed Mini EPT Monte-Carlo events, courtesy of taking down the $55 No-Limit Hold’em 8-Max Super High Roller. Some 2,888 players bought in and created a $144,400 prize pool, which was more than three times the size of the advertised $40,000 guarantee.
The prize pool was so large that nobody at the nine-handed final table took home less than $1,398 for their efforts, with the top three finishers turning their $55 investment into five-figure sums.
Belgium’s “dieforme007” was the final table’s first casualty. “Jackpot_7789” of Belarus and “boomlee” of the United Kingdom joined the Belgian on the rail. It is worth noting that PokerStars awarded eight of the finalists a $109 SCOOP ticket in addition to their prize, with the champion scooping, for want of a better word, a $1,050 SCOOP ticket.
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The field continued thinning with the demises of “zidix,”“Al Magellan,” and “ste_mc_efc,” the latter walking away with the tournament’s last four-figure prize.
Germany’s “jutsche1990” fell in third and collected $10,655 before “samosisland” defeated “BBrew-fish” of Switzerland heads-up to claim the $20,973 top prize and a $1,050 SCOOP ticket. Second place came with $14,948 plus a $109 SCOOP ticket.
$55 NLHE 8-Max Super High Roller Final Table Results
Place
Player
Country
Prize
1
samosisland
Greece
$20,973
2
BBrew-fish
Switzerland
$14,948
3
jutsche1990
Germany
$10,655
4
ste_mc_efc
United Kingdom
$7,595
5
Al Magellan
Ukraine
$5,414
6
zidix
Bulgaria
$3,859
7
boomlee
United Kingdom
$2,751
8
Jackpot_7789
Belarus
$1,961
9
dieforme007
Belgium
$1,398
Unlimited Re-Entry Event Ends in a Thai One-Two
PokerStars slapped a $30,000 guarantee on the prize pool of Event #5, the $25 No-Limit Hold’em 8-Max Unlimited Re-Entries. Some 2,249 unique entrants purchased 1,012 re-entries between them, making for a total attendance of 3,261, and a guarantee-busting prize pool worth $74,122.
The final table’s first two casualties, “MarcasaurusMTG” and “Julesini” padded their bankroll with $711 and $998, respectively, with everyone else but the champion securing a four-figure payment; the champion won more than $10,000.
“Zilvinas25,”“reiiiif,” and “GL.PRO.DUDU” fell by the wayside, the latter turning $25 into $2,755.
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“lure_thebest,” who resides in the Isle of Man where PokerStars HQ is situated, busted in fourth for $3,865, with “2High4u” of Germany collecting the $5,423 third-place prize.
Heads-up pitted “ktosdes” against “ilcapointhai,” with both players calling Thailand home. Not only was there a difference in prize money of more than $3,000 but also the not-so-small matter of the champion receiving a $1,050 SCOOP ticket.
Eventually, ktosdes won the battle of the Thais, and saw a $1,050 SCOOP ticket plus $10,674 land in their PokerStars account. The runner-up banked $7,607 plus a $109 SCOOP ticket, with the other finalists also receiving a free $109 shot at SCOOP glory.
$25 NLHE 8-Max Unlimited Re-Entries Final Table Results
Place
Player
Country
Prize
1
ktosdes
Thailand
$10,674
2
ilcapointhai
Thailand
$7,607
3
2High4u
Germany
$5,423
4
lure_thebest
isle of Man
$3,865
5
GL.PRO.DUDU
Brazil
$2,755
6
reiiiif
Belgium
$1,964
7
Zilvinas25
United Kingdom
$1,400
8
Julesini
Germany
$998
9
MarcasaurusMTG
United Kingdom
$711
Mini EPT Monte-Carlo Results So Far
Event
Buy-in
Entrants
Prize Pool
Champion
Prize
#1 Progressive KO
$11
4,931
$48,323
BluesMan.Ha
$2,888
#2 Super High Roller
$55
2,888
$144,400
samosisland
$20,973
#3 NLHE
$1.10
3,181
$3,181
chagas240
$393
#4 Deep Stack
$3.30
5,780
$16,993
dennder
$2,174
#5 Unlimited Re-Entry
$25
3,261
$74,122
ktosdes
$10,674
#6 NLHE
$2.20
4,838
$9,428
POPOKER1970
$1,354
#7 PLO
$2.20
1,867
$3,659
cnola173
$550
#8 Progressive KO
$5.50
4,977
$24,387
goodfet
$1,858*
#9 Progressive KO
$1.10
3,542
$3,542
rgvaz85
$313*
#10 Deep Stack
$3.30
4,678
$13,753
IamTABASCO
$1,963
#11 Progressive KO
$5.50
5,645
$27,660
truechain
$2,439*
#12 Heads-Up Total KO
$2.20
6,008
$11,775
ZyzzEstoico
$751*
*includes bounty payments
Upcoming Mini EPT Monte-Carlo Events
There are some juicy events coming up before the curtain comes down on the Mini ET Monte-Carlo series, including the value-packed Main Event. It only costs $5.50 to enter, yet boasts a $40,000 guarantee.
PokerStars is adding thousands of dollars worth of SCOOP tickets to the prize pool, including $1,050 tickets for second place through ninth, and a €10,200 package to EPT Barcelona for the winner!
Date
Time (BST)
Event
Buy-in
Guaratee
Thu 4 May
2:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 13 HORSE
$5.50
$3,000
5:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 14 High Roller
$25
$35,000
7:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 15
$1.10
$2,000
Fri 5 May
2:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 16 Deep Stack
$2.20
$5,000
5:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 17 Shallow Stacks
$0.55
$1,000
7:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 18
$1.10
$2,000
Sat 6 May
2:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 19 Deep Stack
$3.30
$7,500
5:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 20 PKO
$2.20
$5,000
7:15 p.m.
Mini EPT Monte Carlo 21 Main Event
$5.50
$40,000
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The bonus releases into your playable balance in $10 increments each time you generate 180 redemption points, which in turn are earned at a rate of five per $1 contributed to the cash game rake or spent on tournament fees (6.5 points per £1, 5.5 points per €1, and four points per CAD$).
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The home of British poker, Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham, is once again hosting the WPT500 UK festival, which includes a £560 buy-in £500,000 guaranteed Main Event that is sure to lure in players from around the United Kingdom, Europe, and much further afield.
It will be the fourth time the World Poker Tour has partnered with Dusk Till Dawn for the WPT500 festival. The inaugural WPT500 UK Main Event occurred in November 2014, and saw law graduate Eleanor Gudger outlast 2,132 opponents on her way to collecting £140,000.
Wales’ Richard Harris came out on top in November 2015, besting a start-studded field of 1,616 entrants, and earning £150,000 in the process.
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October 2016 was the last time Dusk Till Dawn held the WPT500 UK Main Event in its incredible club. Benjamin Winsor helped himself to £182,700 after navigating his way through the pack of 1,835 players.
There has been one live WPT500 UK event since Winsor’s victory. it took place in April 2018 at Aspers Casino Westfield Stratford, London, and saw Gary Miller collect £114,000 after overcoming 1,809 opponents.
2023 WPT500 UK Schedule
The 2023 WPT500 UK schedule is packed full of satellites and side events, but it is the £560 buy-in £500,000 guaranteed WPT500 UK Main Event that everyone has their eye on.
WPT500 UK Main Event features five starting flights, with players sitting down armed with a generous helping of 50,000 chips. Each Day 1 lasts for fourteen 30-minute levels where blinds start at 100/200 and a 200 big blind ante.
Day 2 sees another 11 levels played, with those levels extended to 40 minutes. Day 2 starts at Level 26, and blinds are 60 minutes long until the champion is crowned.
Two other side events have six-figure guaranteed prize pools, too. Check out the £2,200 Super High Roller and its £100,000 guarantee, and the £1,100 High Roller complete with £100,000 in its prize pool.
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Date
Time (BST)
Event
Buy-in
Guarantee
Sun 14 May
5:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£65
5 seats
Sat 20 May
8:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£65
5 seats
Sun 21 May
7:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£65
5 seats
Wed 24 May
6:00 p.m.
#1 WPT Six Max
£120
8:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£65
10 seats
8:00 p.m.
WPT500 Super High Roller Satellite
£250
5 seats
Thu 25 May
5:00 p.m.
#2 WPT Super High Roller Day 1
£2,200
£100,000
6:00 p.m.
#3 WPT NLHE Freezeout
£230
8:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£85
20 seats
Fri 26 May
12:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 1A
£560
£500,000
1:00 p.m.
#2 WPT Super High Roller Day 2
£2,200
£100,000
5:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 1B
£560
£500,000
8:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£85
20 seats
Sat 27 May
12:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 1C
£560
£500,000
5:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 1D
£560
£500,000
9:00 p.m.
WPT500 Satellite
£65
10 seats
Sun 28 May
10:00 a.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 1E
£560
£500,000
3:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Live Day 2
£560
£500,000
5:00 p.m.
#5 WPT High Roller Day 1
£1,100
£100,000
6:00 p.m.
#6 WPT Bounty
£120
Mon 29 May
12:00 p.m.
#4 WPT500 Final Day
£500,000
12:00 p.m.
#5 WPT High Roller Final Day
£100,000
3:00 p.m.
#7 WPT Finale
£120
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Race fans, start your engines! From May 5-7, Global Poker will host an epic Grand Prix Turbo Series leading right into the F1 race on Sunday in Miami.
Formula 1 racing and poker, what better combination? The action kicks off on the social poker site Friday at 8:30 p.m. ET with the first of 12 Gold Coins (GC) and 12 Sweeps Coins (SC) tournaments.
Each day — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — the Grand Prix Turbo Series will feature eight events (four for GC and four for SC) running every half hour. On Saturday and Sunday, the tournament action begins at 3:30 p.m. ET. Every event on the schedule is hyper-turbo no-limit hold’em.
The first 11 Gold Coins events are GC 11,000 to enter, with GC 5,000,000 guaranteed. Over on the Sweeps Coins side, the first 11 tournaments are SC 11 to enter and have an SC 10,000 guarantee. And then the finale — deep hyper-turbo — it will be GC 11,000,000 to enter with 25,000,000 guaranteed or SC 11 to enter with SC 50,000 guaranteed.
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Players will accumulate points throughout the season, and the overall winner of the Sweeps Coin side will receive a vacation of a lifetime, including a visit to the iconic Ferrari factory in Italy.
Those who compete and win in the Gold Coin tournaments are not eligible for the Ferrari factory grand prize. But there are still some cool prizes available for these players. That includes a slick Global Poker hoodie, T-shirt, and cap. Bragging rights are also worth playing for, of course.
After competing in the tournaments this weekend, tune in to ABC and ESPN+ to watch the race down in Miami starting at 3:30 p.m. ET.
Full Grand Prix Turbo Series Schedule
The entire Gold Coins schedule is as follows:
Event #/(Day)
Date
Time
Buy-In
Tournament
Fri May 5 2023
20:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 01 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Fri May 5 2023
21:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 02 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Fri May 5 2023
21:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 03 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Fri May 5 2023
22:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 04 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sat May 6 2023
15:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 05 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sat May 6 2023
16:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 06 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sat May 6 2023
16:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 07 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sat May 6 2023
17:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 08 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sun May 7 2023
15:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 09 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sun May 7 2023
16:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 10 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sun May 7 2023
16:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 11 - GC 5,000,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
5,000,000
GC 11,000
Sun May 7 2023
17:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 12 - Main Event - GC 25,000,000 Added [Deep Hyper-Turbo]
25,000,000
GC 11,000
The entire Sweeps Coins schedule is as follows:
Event #/(Day)
Date
Time
Buy-In
Tournament
Fri May 5 2023
20:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 01 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Fri May 5 2023
21:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 02 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Fri May 5 2023
21:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 03 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Fri May 5 2023
22:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 04 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sat May 6 2023
15:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 05 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sat May 6 2023
16:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 06 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sat May 6 2023
16:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 07 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sat May 6 2023
17:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 08 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sun May 7 2023
15:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 09 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sun May 7 2023
16:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 10 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sun May 7 2023
16:30
Grand Prix Turbo Series 11 - SC 10,000 Guaranteed [Hyper-Turbo]
10,000
SC 11
Sun May 7 2023
17:00
Grand Prix Turbo Series 12 - Main Event - SC 50,000 Added [Deep Hyper-Turbo]
The casino is located in a picturesque historic town with the same name, a major Bavarian Spa destination. This means you can find a wide variety of things to do and explore around the casino and within the town. We will give you some nice tips and bits of advice about that as well.
However, before you visit Bad Steben Casino, please prepare a valid ID document to prove you are over the age of 21 if you want to participate in gambling activities. You can visit the casino complex if you are at least 18, but you can play games only if you are 21 or more. Here are the main topics in this blog post.
The best thing is that like in any other Bavarian gambling venue of the same type, Casino Bad Steben is admission-free. That’s why it is often a better alternative to even some of the top online casinos for Bavarian players. You can easily combine a gambling trip with a Spa treatment to pamper yourself with an unforgettable experience in the town of Bad Steben.
What Games Can You Play in Casino Bad Steben?
First things first, let’s discuss the games you can play in Casino Bad Steben. It is neither the biggest land-based casino nor it offers more games than the German gambling sites. However, it has everything you need for an unforgettable gaming experience.
The Bad Steben Casino slots include classic and progressive jackpot machines, with a total number of over 70. This is a great selection that offers a perfect fit for every type of gambler, thanks to the wide betting limits of the machines. Most machines accept bets as low as 50 cents, which is perfect for a low-stakes player.
High rollers can challenge their luck on the progressive machines that feature a huge jackpot spread within all nine Bayern casinos, such as Casino Bad Viessee, Casino Bad Kötzting, and others. At the moment of writing this blog post, the progressive jackpot is 228.479,26€. Of course, you can play other types of games, and here is an overview in the next table:
Casino Bad Steben Games
Number of Tables/Machines
🎰 Slot Machines
70+
🎡 Roulette
3
🎴 Blackjack
1
🃏 Poker
2+
As you can see, Casino Bad Steben does not excel in the number and variety of games. Yet, it has the most popular types of games you can enjoy in a land-based gambling venue. There are only three American Roulette games, but they offer very high table limits of 1€ – 6000€, making them suitable for high rollers as well.
There is only one blackjack table with bets starting from 5€. It is another good choice for high-stakes players and also for those who are more experienced and play with a betting strategy, or even for professional players. Well, there is another option for playing card games, and we will tell you more about it next.
Casino Bad Steben Poker Tournaments
The poker tournaments in the casino deserve a special section in the blog post, as they are one of the greatest highlights of this gambling venue. The Casino Bad Steben poker facility is among the best of all Bayern casinos, and it is visited by many Bavarian fans of poker.
For instance, you can book an early seat for a poker tournament at the price of 90€ and enjoy all the benefits of playing in Casino Bad Steben. From 70+10+10€ buy-ins to a starting stack of 10,000 chips and blinds in 15 minutes – the poker tournaments are for every serious gambler who also wants to play with some nice perks.
There is also a ‘Knock-Out’ poker tournament with higher buy-ins, which is very popular among poker players as well. Whether you want to play Casino Bad Steben poker, or slots, or just to visit a live comedy performance in the events centre, please be aware of the dress code. Appropriate clothing is desired, and you should comply with the check-in and starting schedule of the poker tournaments as well.
More About Casino Bad Steben as a Gambling Destination
Other than playing games in Bad Steben Casino, you can do many other things within the complex. There is no obligation to gamble when you visit Bad Steben Casino, so you can take advantage of a fantastic gourmet dinner in the restaurant, for example. The chefs at the casino will surprise you with the best local and traditional delicacies.
The casino bar is another tempting place to sit back, unwind and relax in a nice cosy atmosphere. That’s why Casino Bad Steben is a top choice to visit with friends, for example. If you would like to know a few other tips, here is a list with some ideas to put high on your agenda.
Get a Gourmet Package with vouchers for the bar and restaurant of Bad Steben Casino.
If you are a high roller, play slots with the Bayern progressive jackpot. Book a seat for a poker tournament that takes place regularly in the casino.
Visit a live event in the casino and earn VIP chips as part of the gift package.
Always bring a valid photo ID, passport or EU driving licence when you visit Bad Steben Casino.
Play American Roulette if you are a high roller, as it has the highest table limits in the casino.
CasinoLIVE is another great highlight of the complex, which is a top cultural and art scene in the town. It hosts numerous events with popular cabaret artists, live music, and comedy performances, as well as readings and business events. CasinoLIVE is one of the best options to diversify your gambling sessions when you visit Bad Stebener Casino.
Contact Information & Main Casino Details
Before you play in Casino Bad Steben, you should check the opening hours as well. Unlike the best online casinos in Germany, this is not a 24/7 casino. The slot machine area is open daily from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m., while the other games can be played from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Poker tournaments also have different schedules. Yet, the opening hours might be updated at the last moment, so please check them out before you visit Bad Steben Casino. Also, there are game-free days on special holidays, etc., which you should check in advance. Here are a few other useful details and contact information.
Casino Bad Steben is not just an admission-free casino, but if you visit it for the first time, you will also be welcomed with a special gift. Indeed, it comes down to a casino welcome package with a free drink, 25€ worth of free chips, and an additional small gift. You can even stay in the town for a while, as it offers all you need in terms of amenities and accommodations.
Other Activities When You Visit Bad Steben Casino
There might be many great games to play in Casino Bad Steben, but there is no doubt there are many exciting things to do in the town as well. Without further ado, here are 10 ideas to include in your trip list when you visit Bad Steben.
Book a hotel room in the town of Bad Steben and stay for a while.
Explore the Franconian Forest just outside the town on a hiking trip.
Visit the famous 40-hectare Bad Steben Spa Park.
Enjoy a sauna treatment in one of the most modern thermal baths in Bavaria.
Go to the building of the Bad Steben Town Hall and enjoy its historical legacy.
Take photos of The Luther Church – one of the best Art Nouveau churches in Germany.
Visit the Graphic Museum in the Kurhaus Bad Steben.
Spend the afternoon in Kurpark exploring scenic pavilions and hidden walkways.
Enjoy a cup of fresh coffee in a historical café in the centre.
Go shopping in the traditional stores and visit a gift shop.
The town has a tourist information centre where you will receive extensive materials and details about the best hiking trails, the working hours of the museums and the thermal baths, etc. Another great idea is to explore the town on rental e-bikes, for which you can receive a 5€ discount from the information centre as well. If we consider Bad Steben as a top Spa and scenic destination, we highly recommend a visit in the springtime.
Plenty of Reasons to Visit Bad Steben Casino
Our final remarks cannot highlight the benefits of visiting this gambling venue enough. It is just one of the top land-based casinos in Bavaria, and it is located in a town that offers everything to make your gambling adventure unforgettable. If you still have any doubts, please check out this 360-degree tour to get a better idea of what to expect when you visit Bad Steben Casino.
Casino Bad Steben FAQ
Before you play in Casino Bad Steben, you might be interested in the following Q&A section. It includes important questions and answers about the opening hours, the available games, contact information, and other topics about the casino.
1️⃣ Why should I visit Bad Steben Casino?
There are many reasons to visit this gambling venue, and you will find many of them in the Bad Steben Casino guide. For instance, this is a top Bavarian casino with dozens of slot machines, high- and low-limit table games, and some of the best poker tournaments in the state.
2️⃣ What games can I play in Casino Bad Steben?
There are four main types of Casino Bad Steben games: slot machines, poker, roulette, and blackjack. Their number is not impressively high, but they include the most famous game variants among Bavarian players, such as Bayern progressive jackpot slots, American Roulette, and ‘Knock-Out Poker’
3️⃣ Are there Casino Bad Steben poker tournaments?
Yes, some of the best gambling options can be found on the tables with Casino Bad Steben poker. Examples include regular tournaments with high buy-ins, special promo packages, VIP treatments, and other perks. The high-limit poker tables offer the perfect fit for high-roller players.
4️⃣ What are the best Casino Bad Steben amenities?
You can take advantage of several top amenities when you visit the Casino Bad Steben complex. Examples include the CasinoLIVE stage with live music performances and theatre events, as well as the casino bar and restaurant with some special regional and international culinary dishes.
5️⃣ What are the Bad Steben Casino opening hours?
Casino Bad Steben is admission-free, but it is not open non-stop. You can play games daily from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., while the slot machines are open from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. There are also game-free days, and you should contact Casino Bad Steben for more details in advance.
6️⃣ What to do in Bad Steben other than gambling?
There are so many things to do in Bad Steben other than gambling, as it is not just a top casino destination. It is also a major historical and Spa centre in Bavaria, including modern thermal baths, green scenic parks with cosy pavilions, shopping centres, cafes, and the list goes on.
7️⃣ Why should I play in Casino Bad Steben?
There are many reasons why you should play in this superb Bavarian gambling venue. The final remarks in the guide to Casino Bad Steben will tell you more details, such as the high-limit tables, the excellent casino bar and restaurant, and the live music events, for example.
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Date
Buy-in
Entrants
Prize Pool
Champion
Prize
May. 2022
€1,100
334
€320,640
Sandro Silvano Hauser
€56,800
Jun. 2019
€1,100
551
€551,000
Gabriele Rossi
€110,000
Jun. 2018
€1,100
709
€709,000
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€114,025
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€1,100
609
€584,640
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€110,000
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Event
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5:00 p.m.
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8:00 p.m.
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4:00 p.m.
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6:00 p.m.
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7:00 p.m.
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9:00 p.m.
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3:00 p.m.
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6:00 p.m.
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10:00 p.m.
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3:00 p.m.
Opening Event Final Day
5:00 p.m.
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8:00 p.m.
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4:30 p.m.
€500 Satellite to Super High Roller
5:00 p.m.
€165 NLHE The Mid Shot
8:00 p.m.
€5,300 NLHE Super High Roller Day 1
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6:00 p.m.
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8:00 p.m.
€2,200 NLHE High Roller Day 1
9:00 p.m.
€110 Super Satellite to Main Event Day 1A
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4:00 p.m.
Super High Roller Final Day
4:00 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
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6:00 p.m.
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7:00 p.m.
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9:00 p.m.
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4:00 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
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6:00 p.m.
€1,100 NLHE 888poker LIVE Barcelona Main Event Day 1B
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8:00 p.m.
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9:00 p.m.
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11:00 a.m.
€1,100 NLHE 888poker LIVE Barcelona Main Event Turbo Day 1D
4:00 p.m.
888poker LIVE Barcelona Main Event Day 2
7:00 p.m.
€115 NLHE Highlander Mystery Bounty
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4:00 p.m.
888poker LIVE Barcelona Main Event Day 3
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4:00 p.m.
888poker LIVE Barcelona Main Event Final Day
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