2008 PokerStars.net APPT Manila

APPT Manila Main Event
Day: 1a
Event Info

2008 PokerStars.net APPT Manila

Final Results
Winner
Winning Hand
79
Prize
$162,856
Event Info
Buy-in
$2,080
Entries
285
Level Info
Level
27
Blinds
30,000 / 60,000
Ante
10,000

Almost Set to Go

Welcome to the Hyatt Hotel & Casino in Manila, the Philippines, the latest stop on the Asia Pacific Poker Tour. Last season Brett Parise was crowned the champion, winning almost $180,000 in the process.

Day 1 will be split across two flights. Currently 112 players are on the starter list for Day 1A, but that number is sure to increase with late registrations. We will play nine levels today, with a dinner break occurring at the end of Level 6.

APPT President Jeffrey Haas delivered some brief opening remarks about the growth of poker in the region. The players are now being treated to a traditional drum and dance ceremony by some local artists. At the conclusion of this ceremony, TD Danny McDonagh will announce the magic words, "Shuffle up and deal!" and we'll be underway.