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Players Headed to Merit Cyprus Classic For Hot Action and Even Hotter Beaches

Interested in a mix of high-stakes tournament action and high-luxury vacation? Then listen up. The Merit FullTilt Cyprus Classic kicks off on August 17 and promises to bring the heat both on the felt and on the beach. Running from the 17th to the 26th, the event will feature both a $10,000 main event and a $25,000 high-roller tournament.

The tournament takes place on one of the Mediterranean's favorite island vacation spots in the luxurious five-star Merit Crystal Cove Hotel & Casino situated between the Mediterranean and the Five Finger Mountains. It's tough to find a prettier spot to...

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flintsword Senior Wrote 682 posts since 04-16-2007	They moved the event up this year so I will not be able to make it. That said, this is a great event and I had a blast last year as a qualifier via FullTiltPoker. It was relatively easy to qualify (lots of satellites) and in the Saturday $322 event that I tied with Shaun Deeb to win one of two seats ... well ... it was rough sailing but if I can do it .... anyone can. The hospitality of this resort is legendary. I travel the world on business and I have to say that the Merit Cove Resort is a great break from a hectic schedule. 08-03-2010 07:35 flintsword "The lucky player is usually the player that knows how much to leave to chance." www.myspace.com/flintsword
Georgi Advanced Wrote 183 posts since 06-10-2007	sounds goooooooood 08-03-2010 07:51 But it ain’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit, and keep moving forward. How much you can take, and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done!