Bigger Buy-In, Bigger Field as Day 1a Surpasses Last Year

The opening flight of the $3,300 La Notte Degli Assi Main Event has already surpassed last year's Day 1a turnout, with 241 entries recorded late in Level 5. That number eclipses the 237 entries from 2024's Day 1a, a notable achievement considering this year’s buy-in is $1,100 higher. The strong response speaks volumes about the continued growth and prestige of the Merit Poker Dolce Vita Series.

With three more flights still to come, the tournament is well on pace to challenge last year's 1,133-entry total and could even surpass it despite the price bump. The energy in the room remains high as more players arrive throughout the day, eager to take a shot at the $2,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. If Day 1a is any indication, this year’s Main Event could set new records in both turnout and prize money.