Spin & Go Championship Live: Plenty More Seats Up for Grabs at EPT Barcelona
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PokerStars is ramping up for the return of one of its most unique live poker experiences: the Spin & Go Championship Live, set to take place from August 30–31 during the European Poker Tour (EPT) stop in Barcelona.
Building Toward Barcelona: What’s Happened So Far
Thousands of players took to the Spin & Go tables during the first leaderboard phase, competing not just for daily prizes but for a coveted entry into the exclusive live championship. At the end of the first qualification round, “ilejr” (Finland) and “serol-bb” (Brazil) emerged as the top two performers on the overall leaderboard, securing full Spin & Go Live packages.
Those who narrowly missed out on direct qualification are not out of the running. A dedicated freeroll ran earlier this month and awarded four additional live packages:
- candonga (Chile)
- Bxrn (UK)
- andrecer22br (Brazil)
- EdLMS (Brazil)
Round Two Underway: More Seats, Same Format
The second qualification round began Monday, July 8 and will run through Sunday, July 21. The format remains consistent, with two players qualifying directly via the overall leaderboard and four more packages available via a follow-up freeroll on July 26.
Throughout the qualifying window, players can participate in Spin & Go tournaments to accumulate leaderboard points. Each tournament played earns between 100 and 195 points, randomly assigned, with lower multiplier games offering better odds of scoring higher points. However, there’s a twist. Each player's run can end unexpectedly with a "Game Over," injecting an element of risk and strategy into how many games to play.
| Risk Level | Games Played | Chance of Game Over |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 1-5 | 0% |
| Level 2 | 6-7 | 10% |
| Level 3 | 8-9 | 20% |
| Level 4 | 10-11 | 30% |
| Level 5 | 12+ | 50% |
To balance that, players can make up to three leaderboard attempts per day, with only their best attempt counting toward the daily and overall rankings.
Leaderboard Highlights:
- Daily leaderboards: Over $4,200 awarded each day across four buy-in tiers.
- Overall leaderboard: Two Spin & Go Championship Live packages awarded to the top two finishers.
- Freeroll opportunity: Players placing 3rd to 1,002nd on the overall leaderboard qualify for a freeroll on July 26, where four more packages will be awarded.
| Period Covered | Freeroll Date and Time (ET) | Packages Awarded | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeroll 1 | June 23 to July 7 | July 12 at 1:30 p.m. | 4 packages |
| Freeroll 2 | July 7 to July 21 | July 26 at 1:30 p.m. | 4 packages |
| Freeroll 3 | July 21 to August 4 | August 4 at 2:00 p.m. | 6 packages |
A Live Experience Like No Other
With a guaranteed €275,000 prize pool and €100,000 up top, the Spin & Go Championship Live promises to be a defining moment on the EPT Barcelona schedule. The format mirrors its online roots: high-speed action, dynamic swings, and unpredictable outcomes, compressed into a two-day live tournament that echoes the energy of Spin & Go tables while adding the intensity of a live setting.
Following the inaugural edition in Prague last year, won by Carlos Gurdiel, the event has already gained momentum as a standout competition for players seeking something beyond traditional MTT structures.
How to Qualify: Spin Your Way to Barcelona
The only path to a seat at the Spin & Go Championship Live is through online qualification. From June 23 to August 4, players can compete on Spin & Go Championship Live leaderboards for one of 20 all-inclusive packages.
Each package includes:
- Entry to the Spin & Go Championship Live tournament
- 3 nights of hotel accommodation (August 29–September 1) at Hotel SB Icària for two guests, including breakfast (valued at €846)
- Transfers worth €70
- €500 travel credit, credited directly to the winner’s Stars Account
Whether it's through topping the leaderboard or navigating the freeroll path, Spin & Go players have multiple chances to turn their online results into a seat at one of PokerStars' most distinctive live events. With qualification already underway and limited packages remaining, time is running out to secure a place at the table.
For full details on qualification rules, leaderboard mechanics, and freeroll access, visit the Spin & Go Championship Live page.
