Slower Start, But Plenty of Time to Climb
The 2025 Mediterranean Poker Party $5,300 Main Event is unfolding at a more gradual pace compared to last year’s record-breaking edition. Day 1a drew 227 entries, down from 349 in 2024, with 55 players bagging up chips versus 88 a year ago. Today’s Day 1b has already crossed the 200-entry mark by Level 2, setting the stage for a strong turnout.
Last year’s Main Event ultimately reached 1,260 entries, generating a massive prize pool that saw Azamat Lamkov walk away with the trophy, the title, and $1,000,000 for his victory after four days of play.
This year, with an expanded structure that features five Day 1 flights—including two turbos—players have more chances to jump in and chase their share of the $5,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. While early numbers may be slightly behind, the action is just getting started, and the best may still be to come.