€5,300 EPT Main Event Day 1b | 2024 PokerStars EPT Prague

12-10-2024 16:19 UTC+1

Kassouf Doubles Up With Aces

Matt Warburton

Level 4 : Blinds 200/400, 400 ante

Picking up the action preflop, Will Kassouf had reraised all in from the small blind for 12,100 and Alon Huberman had called on the button with the covering stack. Kassouf was at risk as players turned their hands, but it turns out he was way ahead.

Will Kassouf: A♥A♣ All in
Alon Huberman: A♦K♦

The board ran out Q♠K♠8♣A♠K♥ and both players made a full house. Huberman had kings full of aces, but Kassouf had aces full of kings. Kassouf looked relieved as he scooped in the pot.

Kassouf commented that he had "missed one earlier, aces versus ace-king."

Player	Chips	Progress
Alon Huberman	55,000 55,000	55,000
Will Kassouf	25,000

Tags: Alon Huberman Will Kassouf

12-10-2024 16:26 UTC+1

Players Heading for 20-Minute Break

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Matt Warburton

Level 4 : Blinds 200/400, 400 ante

Players in Day 1b of the Main Event are heading for their second 20-minute break of the day.

12-10-2024 16:28 UTC+1

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

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Sandra Barbour

Level 4 : Blinds 200/400, 400 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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12-10-2024 16:41 UTC+1

Top Counts at the Break

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Kai Cocklin

Level 4 : Blinds 200/400, 400 ante

Player	Chips	Progress
Sylwia Studniarz	130,000

Sam Grafton	125,000

Michael Sklenicka	120,000 100,000	100,000
Henrik Juncker	111,500
Philipp Wood	110,000 27,300	27,300
Valeri Savov	105,500 105,500	105,500
Luka Sorainen	104,400 104,400	104,400
Stefan Peukert	103,000
Guillermo Gordo	100,000
Sebastian Trela	97,000
Daniel Novak	95,000 35,000	35,000
Theodoros Ampelikiotis	92,000
Apostolos Kofidis	90,000 90,000	90,000
Nikita Kuznetcov	83,500 6,600	6,600
Ritvars Cekalins	83,000 83,000	83,000
Ryan Plant	72,000
Paawan Bansal	70,000 5,500	5,500

Level: 5

Blinds: 200/500

Ante: 500

12-10-2024 16:49 UTC+1

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

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Sandra Barbour

Level 5 : Blinds 200/500, 500 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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12-10-2024 16:56 UTC+1

Pritsak Shoves the Turn Three-Way

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Kai Cocklin

Level 5 : Blinds 200/500, 500 ante

Robert Cowen raised to 1,000 from under the gun and Oleh Pritsak called from the next seat. Dan Borlan also called on the button.

They went to a flop of J♣10♠4♣, which all three checked to the 3♠ turn. Cowen led out for 2,400 and Pritsak immediately shoved for around 20,000. Borlan quickly folded, and Cowen also got out of the way, which meant Pritsak took the pot.

Player	Chips	Progress
Robert Cowen	55,000
Oleh Pritsak	28,000
Dan Borlan	26,000

Tags: Dan Borlan Oleh Pritsak Robert Cowen

12-10-2024 16:59 UTC+1

Sklenicka Leads Out to Win Three-Bet Pot

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Matt Warburton

Level 5 : Blinds 200/500, 500 ante

Following an early position raise to 1,600, Michael Sklenicka called from the cutoff, then Michal Schuh three-bet to 7,200 from the button. The original raiser folded and Sklenicka called.

The flop came 10♣6♣9♥ and Sklenicka led out for 4,800. Shuh called the bet and the hand went to the turn, which came the 2♣. Sklenicka fired again, this time for 9,000. Shuh opted to fold and Sklenicka scooped the pot.

Player	Chips	Progress
Michael Sklenicka	140,000 20,000	20,000
Michal Schuh	39,000 39,000	39,000

Tags: Michael Sklenicka Michal Schuh

12-10-2024 17:00 UTC+1

Karim Cracks Cappiello's Kings

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Dan O'Hair

Level 5 : Blinds 200/500, 500 ante

Candido Cappiello opened to 1,100 from under the gun and was three-bet to 3,200 by Michel Karim in the hijack. Action folded back to Cappiello, who made it 9,000 to go. Karim called.

Both players checked on the 9♠Q♥10♦ flop and A♠ turn, but Cappiello bet 2,000 after the 7♣ completed the board.

Karim quickly called and Cappiello turned over K♦K♠. Karim tabled A♣K♣ for a turned pair of aces and was sent the pot.

Player	Chips	Progress
Michel Karim	76,000
Candido Cappiello	34,000 34,000	34,000

Tags: Candido Cappiello Michel Karim

12-10-2024 17:03 UTC+1

Spragg's Bluff Doesn't Work

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Georgios Tavoularis

Level 5 : Blinds 200/500, 500 ante

Benjamin Spragg opened to 1,100 from early position and received a call from Lucia Navarro in the big blind.

Navarro checked the J♠8♣K♥ flop, and Spragg continued with a bet of 1,400, which Navarro called. The dealer revealed the 3♥ on the turn, and Navarro check-called again, this time a bet of 5,500.

With the 4♣ completing the board, Navarro checked a third time, and Spragg pushed all his chips in the middle and Navarro quickly called.

Spragg showed A♦2♦ and was beaten by Navarro’s two pair with J♦3♦. He was left with just 200 chips and was eliminated on the next hand.