€1,100 Eureka Main Event | 2024 PokerStars EPT Prague

12-09-2024 16:09 UTC+1

Jack Sinclair Eliminated in 8th Place (€62,960)

Dan O'Hair

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

Jack Sinclair raised to 5,000,000 on the button, leaving himself just two million behind, and Ricardo Caridade called from the big blind.

Caridade shoved on the 3♠9♠2♦ flop and Sinclair called all in to put himself at risk.

Jack Sinclair: A♣10♠ All in
Ricardo Caridade: 5♣5♦

Sinclair was drawing live with his overcards, but the 9♣5♠ runout left Caridade best with a full house and Sinclair was eliminated in eighth place.

Player	Chips	Progress
Ricardo Caridade	47,000,000 7,750,000	7,750,000
Jack Sinclair	Busted

Tags: Jack Sinclair Ricardo Caridade

12-09-2024 15:47 UTC+1

Tsvetanov Rivers Two Pair

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Dan O'Hair

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

Gerald Karlic opened to 1,000,000 from under the gun and was called by Martin Tsvetanov in the big blind.

Tsvetanov check-called a 750,000 bet from Karlic on the 3♣J♠2♠ flop and then both players checked on the 2♥ turn.

The 6♥ completed the board and Tsvetanov led out for 1,450,000. Karlic put in a call and Tsvetanov turned over J♦6♦ for jacks and sixes.

Karlic couldn't beat it and mucked — conceding the pot to Tsvetanov.

Player	Chips	Progress
Martin Tsvetanov	23,000,000 6,000,000	6,000,000
Gerald Karlic	17,000,000 4,500,000	4,500,000

Tags: Gerald Karlic Martin Tsvetanov

12-09-2024 15:33 UTC+1

Complete Guide to EPT Prague 2024 - Everything You Need to Know

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Sandra Barbour

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

The 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) season has returned to Prague for the final stop of the year.

Known as the City of a Hundred Spires, Prague offers an enchanting backdrop for a thrilling poker experience. The fusion of the city’s rich history, remarkable architecture, and vibrant culture sets the stage for an unforgettable poker festivity.

December brings a brisk winter chill to Prague, with temperatures hovering between -1 and 4 degrees Celsius (30 to 39 degrees Fahrenheit). The city becomes a magical realm of festive adornments and Christmas stalls.

Snowflakes might gently fall at times, adding to the city's enchanting views. Dressing in layers is crucial for anyone wishing to wander through the mesmerizing lanes and visit the timeless landmarks—a warm jacket, scarf, and gloves are indispensable. Even with its frosty air, Prague retains an irresistible allure during this time of year; splendid holiday illumination and a jubilant atmosphere ensure that December is an appealing month for experiencing the charm of Prague.

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12-09-2024 15:30 UTC+1

Caridade Wins Huge Flip With Quads

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Richard Hayes

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

Ricardo Caridade opened to 1,000,000 from the cutoff, and was faced with a three-bet to 3,500,000 from Gerald Karlic in the small blind.

Action back to Caridade, who quickly four-bet jammed for 17,000,000, with Karlic making a quick call considering the stack sizes.

Ricardo Caridade: 8♣8♦ All in
Gerald Karlic: A♠K♥

Caridade was ahead and had Karlic drawing dead after flopping quads on the Q♠8♠8♥4♣3♥ runout, and he now moves into the chip lead.

Player	Chips	Progress
Ricardo Caridade	39,250,000 21,000,000	21,000,000
Gerald Karlic	21,500,000 12,500,000	12,500,000

Tags: Gerald Karlic Ricardo Caridade

12-09-2024 15:26 UTC+1

Mikkel Nielsen Eliminated in 9th Place (€48,430)

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Dan O'Hair

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

Mikkel Nielsen shoved for approximately 5,000,000 first to act and action folded around to Martin Tsvetanov in the big blind, who asked for a count and tanked a while before putting in a call to put Nielsen at risk.

Mikkel Nielsen: A♥10♦ All in
Martin Tsvetanov: A♣J♥

Nielsen found himself out-kicked, and the 5♣2♥9♦3♦2♠ runout provided no help to eliminate him in ninth place.

Player	Chips	Progress
Martin Tsvetanov	17,000,000 4,500,000	4,500,000
Mikkel Nielsen	Busted

Tags: Martin Tsvetanov Mikkel Nielsen

12-09-2024 15:18 UTC+1

Karlic Extends His Lead

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Dan O'Hair

Level 36 : Blinds 250,000/500,000, 500,000 ante

Matthew Micallef opened to 1,200,000 from under the gun and was called by Gerald Karlic in the hijack for a heads-up pot.

Karlic called a 1,300,000 bet from Micallef on the Q♣7♥A♣ flop and then bet 1,900,000 after being checked to on the A♥ turn. Micallef called.

The 3♣ completed the board and Micallef checked once more, prompting a bet of about 7,000,000 from Karlic. Micallef sent his hand into the muck and Karlic added to his stack.

Player	Chips	Progress
Gerald Karlic	34,000,000 3,650,000	3,650,000
Matthew Micallef	13,500,000 3,700,000	3,700,000

Tags: Gerald Karlic Matthew Micallef

Level: 36

Blinds: 250,000/500,000

Ante: 500,000

12-09-2024 15:06 UTC+1

Paris, Monte-Carlo and Barcelona Announced for 2025 EPT Season

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Sandra Barbour

Level 35 : Blinds 200,000/400,000, 400,000 ante

PokerStars has announced the first three European Poker Tour (EPT) stops on its highly anticipated 2025 schedule, with the iconic tournaments returning to EPT Paris, EPT Monte-Carlo, and EPT Barcelona.

This announcement follows another successful year for the tour, including a memorable celebration of EPT’s 20th anniversary in 2024. As excitement builds, PokerStars has confirmed more events are yet to be revealed.

“We're excited to announce the first part of the calendar with the return of EPT Paris, Monte-Carlo, and Barcelona for 2025”, said Live Events Senior Business Development Manager, Julien Liarte. “These iconic stops have become cornerstones of the European Poker Tour, each offering unique experiences and unparalleled competition. We can’t wait to welcome players back for another incredible year of live poker.”

To secure a spot in EPT Paris, online satellites are already live. Players can win a €8,000 package that includes a €5,300 EPT Main Event buy-in, eight nights’ accommodation at the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile, and expenses. Additionally, players can win a €3,300 package to the France Poker Series Main Event, which includes a €1,100 buy-in, seven nights’ accommodation, and expenses.

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12-09-2024 14:52 UTC+1

Final Table Set

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Dan O'Hair

Level 35 : Blinds 200,000/400,000, 400,000 ante

Seat	Player	Country	Chip Count
1	Matthew Micallef	Malta	17,200,000
2	Ricardo Caridade	Portugal	18,250,000
3	Martin Tsvetanov	Bulgaria	12,500,000
4	Mikkel Nielsen	Denmark	3,800,000
5	Gerald Karlic	Austria	30,350,000
6	Alexantr Spatharis	Greece	18,425,000
7	Theodoros Ampelikiotis	Greece	11,750,000
8	Ryan Plant	United Kingdom	22,950,000
9	Jack Sinclair	United Kingdom	6,725,000

Player	Chips	Progress
Gerald Karlic	30,350,000 3,350,000	3,350,000
Ryan Plant	22,950,000 550,000	550,000
Alexantr Spatharis	18,425,000 375,000	375,000
Ricardo Caridade	18,250,000 1,250,000	1,250,000
Matthew Micallef	17,200,000 3,300,000	3,300,000
Martin Tsvetanov	12,500,000 200,000	200,000
Theodoros Ampelikiotis	11,750,000 3,250,000	3,250,000
Jack Sinclair	6,725,000 1,275,000	1,275,000
Mikkel Nielsen	3,800,000 1,900,000	1,900,000