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2024 WSOP PokerNews Deepstack Challenge
PNDC Updates
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Kick off your day with some poker excitement! The opening Daily Deepstack of the day starts at 1 p.m. and promises a thrilling single-day event. With a $250 buy-in, you'll get a solid 25,000 starting stack to work with.
For the latecomers, late registration is open until the start of Level 9, and you can jump back in with unlimited reentries. Each level runs for 30 minutes, with 15-minute breaks sprinkled throughout the day, and a longer 30-minute break after Level 12 to recharge.
Blinds start at 100/100, with the big blind ante in play right from the start. Get ready to shuffle up and deal!
Amidst the excitement of the 2024 World Series of Poker, the PokerNews Deepstack Challenge (PNDC) has been making waves at Horseshoe and Paris in Las Vegas.
For those new to the scene, PokerNews has revamped this summer’s Daily Deepstacks, shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of low-stakes poker and dedicated amateurs. To further entice these bedrock poker fans, PokerNews has stumped up 40 tickets through a leaderboard promotion to our exclusive bracelet event, the $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship.
Every week, the top ten players on the leaderboard earn one of these coveted tickets and with the first week already concluded, be sure to dive into the highlights from Week 1!
Wrap up your day with some thrilling poker action! The final Daily Deepstack of the day kicks off at 8 p.m. as a single-day showdown. With a $200 buy-in, you'll start with a 20,000 stack of chips.
For those who like to make a dramatic entrance, late registration is open until the start of Level 6 (approx 10:20 p.m.), and you can reenter as many times as you want until then. Each level lasts 20 minutes, with plenty of 15-minute breaks throughout the evening.
Blinds start at 100/100, and the big blind ante is in play right from the start. If this event runs long, the tournament director reserves the right to suspend play and resume the following day.
It's been another huge week in the PokerNews Daily Deepstacks, with 8,147 entrants recorded across the 21 PNDC tournaments.
A series best $1,713,420 has been collected in prize pools, with $301,262 being paid out in first-place prizes.
| Date | Event | Entries | Prize Pool | Winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 11 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 841 | $168,200 | Charlton Hawes | $25,495 |
| Tue 11 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 246 | $81,180 | Srikanth Aleti | $17,425 |
| Tue 11 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 269 | $41,695 | Roger Perez | $8,697 |
| Wed 12 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 745 | $149,200 | Hale Carter | $23,441 |
| Wed 12 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 203 | $66,990 | Ilan Hannich | $15,123 |
| Wed 12 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 262 | $40,610 | Vidmantas Beliauskas | $8,517 |
| Thu 13 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 473 | $94,600 | Michael Lin | $16,904 |
| Thu 13 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 224 | $73,920 | Hungsheng Lin | $16,258 |
| Thu 13 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 244 | $37,820 | Vlad Iuhas | $8,122 |
| Fri 14 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 696 | $139,200 | Rahulinder Dhillon | $22,271 |
| Fri 14 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 193 | $63,690 | Zain Rafiq | $14,653 |
| Fri 14 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 213 | $33,015 | Fabio Toledo | $7,381 |
| Sat 15 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 603 | $120,600 | Victor Bershinsky | $20,064 |
| Sat 15 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 162 | $53,460 | John Cressend | $12,831 |
| Sat 15 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 183 | $28,365 | Ian Pudney | $6,596 |
| Sun 16 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 767 | $120,400 | Kenny Hsiung | $20,053 |
| Sun 16 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 197 | $65,010 | Anthony Cierco | $14,814 |
| Sun 16 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 214 | $33,170 | Katsuhiro Mori | $7,354 |
| Mon 17 Jun | $250 No Limit Hold'em | 913 | $182,600 | Raed Abualfilat | $27,118 |
| Mon 17 Jun | $400 No Limit Hold'em | 242 | $79,860 | Olga Iermolcheva | $17,151 |
| Mon 17 Jun | $200 No Limit Hold'em | 257 | $39,835 | Jon Vrolyks | $8,419 |
Congratulations to Charlton "Charlie" Hawes for topping Week 3 of the PokerNews Deepstack Challenge. Hawes notched one win, a fifth place and a 21st place finish across three Daily Deepstack to end the week with 1,108 PNDC points.
Hawes maintained his position at the top of the leaderboard throughout the entire week.
To those who have qualified for the $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship ticket, the World Series of Poker has already received your names. To complete your registration, visit any registration window. Remember to bring your I.D. and Caesars Rewards card for verification.
| Rank | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charlton Hawes | 1108 |
| 2 | Raed Abualfilat | 969 |
| 3 | Vlad Iuhas | 817 |
| 4 | Rahulinder Dhillon | 782 |
| 5 | Victor Bershinsky | 768 |
| 6 | Kenny Hsiung | 767 |
| 7 | Daniel Ferketa | 764 |
| 8 | Hale Carter | 764 |
| 9 | John Cressend | 764 |
| 10 | Michael Lin | 745 |
What is the buy-in for the PokerNews Deepstack Championship?
The buy-in for the PokerNews Deepstack Championship event at the 2024 WSOP is $600 - among one of the lowest buy-ins in the Series. We looked to give low-stakes grinders an opportunity to win their way to a coveted WSOP bracelet, and the $600 entry fee is both affordable and offers the chance to win big money from an expected large prize pool.
When is the PokerNews Deepstack Championship?
The PokerNews Deepstack Championship event will be held between June 25 and June 28 2024. It's the 62nd event in the 2024 WSOP and takes place just less than one month into the Series and three weeks before its conclusion.
Where is the PokerNews Deepstack Championship?
The PokerNews Deepstack Championship will be held is a new, vibrant venue near the Horseshoe poker room, Las Vegas. It's located on the Las Vegas Strip, less than a 10-minute drive from Harry Reid International Airport.
How Can I Play the PokerNews Deepstack Championship?
Like any other event at the Series, to play the PokerNews Deepstack Championship simply register from one of the multiple registration desks at the venue.
What is the PokerNews Deepstack Challenge?
The PokerNews Daily Deepstack Challenge is a leaderboard promotion running from May 28 to June 24. Players participating in the daily $200, $250, or $400 deep stack tournaments at the WSOP will earn points. The top 10 point earners each week will receive complimentary seats for the $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship.
What is the leaderboard system?
The leaderboard system will follow the same formula used for the WSOP Player of the Year
Ready to show off your skills and compete for amazing prizes? The PokerNews Daily Deepstack Challenge is here from May 28 to June 24, and it’s your time to shine! Play in daily WSOP deep stack tournaments, earn points, and score fantastic rewards—including seats to the $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship and some cool memorabilia.
Want to see how you’re doing? Track your progress, check out the latest standings, and get all the updates on our leaderboard page. Click the link below to dive into the action!
The third and final PokerNews Daily Deepstacks event on June 17 — $200 no-limit hold'em — took place at 8 p.m. and had a field of 257 players, which generated a prize pool of $39,835.
After the last card of the night was dealt, Jon Vrolyks had accumulated every single chip in the tournament, meaning he was crowned the champion. For his impressive performance, Vrolyks took home $8,419 along with 668 PokerNews Deepstack Challenge points for Week 3.
There were a total of 39 players who finished in the money, and here's a look at all of them:
To make the $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship unforgettable, the winner will receive an exclusive, one-of-a-kind 24-karat gold PokerNews Deepstack Championship winner's coin.
Imagine the feeling of holding a gleaming gold coin, specially crafted just for you, symbolizing your incredible achievement.
This isn't just any prize — it's a piece of poker history, a trophy that stands out from the rest.
This unique coin isn't just about the win; it's about the story you'll tell, the legacy you'll leave, and the envy of every poker player who sees it. It’s more than just a prize; it's a badge of honor, a rare treasure you’ll cherish forever.
