World Poker Tour (WPT) action is heading to Florida this week. The WPT Seminole Hard Rock Tampa kicks off tomorrow with several poker events to take place through September 7. The series will feature several tournament options, including secondary events like satellites, where players can earn seats to events. Check out more details on the upcoming series below.
Major Poker Events in Tampa
The Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa is going to be quite busy over the next few days as players from all around will be able to compete in major poker tournament events. The series starts with the No Limit Hold’em event with a $600 buy-in and re-entry options. Players are competing for $1 million in guaranteed prize money.
That same day, players can post a $400 buy-in to compete in a Pot Limit Omaha tournament featuring re-entry. A Six-handed No Limit Hold’em tournament is also on the schedule for opening day, featuring a larger $1,100 buy-in and $50,000 guaranteed prize pool.
The schedule is full of valuable poker events, but the highlight has to be the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Championship. This tournament begins on September 2 and has a large buy-in of $3,500. The tournament will feature a $1 million prize pool and include several starting days plus re-entry. Several pros are expected to come and play in this event for a chance to claim the championship title.
Satellite Events on Offer
On top of regular events, the Florida poker room also offers satellites, so players can join in at a much lower price point. Satellites range in price, with the starting price point around $140. This is a bit high for satellites, but considering the larger event buy-ins, it is still a good deal.
Players can compete for seats in the Championship event for $550, with satellites guaranteeing several seats per event. There are turbo satellites and additional options on the schedule. High roller satellites are also up for grabs but cost a pretty penny at $2,650.
Schedule Information:
EVENT DATE TIME DESCRIPTION BUY-IN
1A August 25 10AM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1B August 25 5PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1C August 26 10AM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1D August 26 5PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1E August 27 10AM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1F August 27 5PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD $600
1 August 28 1PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $1,000,000 GTD
2 August 25 NOON Pot Limit Omaha (Re-Entry) $400
3 August 25 2PM Six Handed No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $50,000 GTD $1,100
4 August 26 NOON Ladies No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) $250
5 August 26 2PM Eight Handed No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) -$50,000 GTD $1,100
6 August 27 7PM Turbo No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) $400
7 August 28 10AM Omaha 8 or Better (Re-Entry) $400
8 August 28 1PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $20,000 GTD $400
9 August 28 4PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $50,000 GTD $1,100
9 August 29 2PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $50,000 GTD Day 2
10 August 28 6PM PLO / PLO 8 / 5 Card PLO / Big O Mix Turbo (Re-Entry) $400
11 August 29 10AM Omaha 8 / Stud 8 (Re-Entry) $400
12A August 29 11AM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $100,000 GTD $400
12B August 29 6PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $100,000 GTD $400
12C August 30 11AM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $100,000 GTD $400
12D August 30 6PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $100,000 GTD $400
12 August 31 2PM No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $100,000 GTD Day 2
13 August 29 NOON No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $30,000 GTD $600
14 August 30 10AM H.O.R.S.E. (Re-Entry) $400
15 August 30 NOON No Limit Hold’em (Re-Entry) – $50,000 GTD
