04 Feb 12
World Poker Tour Venice Grand Prix: Poker, Magic, Carnival!
The second WPT event of this season to hit the Italian city of Venice promises more than just poker, with world-renowned magician Dynamo entertaining the players while the Venice Carnival rocks the town.
WPT Venice Grand Prix
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| Eduardo Alescio won a WPT bracelet in Venice just two months ago. |
In addition to the Main Event, which runs from February 6 until February 10, we will see a €1,100 Pot Limit Omaha tournament and a €1,650 No Limit Hold'em "Mega Event".
You will be able to follow the action via the WPT live updates page.
WPT Venice, December 2011
The last time the World Poker Tour hosted a tournament in Venice was December 2011. Then, Eduardo Alescio overcame the final table, beating Steve O'Dwyer heads-up for the title.Alescio, the self-confessed amateur of the final table, took home €175,000 after defeating a field of 213 players in the €3,000 event.
It's a kind of magic...
When you attend a World Poker Tour event, the welcome party for players is always a highlight. For the WPT Venice Grand Prix, those attending will be getting a special treat in the shape of "Magician Impossible" Dynamo.On Tuesday, February 7, British magician Dynamo will be wowing guests at the WPT Players Party with never-before-seen illusions and amazing feats.
Carnival
Adding to the atmosphere of an already legendary European city and the excitement of a WPT event is the world-famous Venice Carnival, which is currently underway and runs throughout February. Running for the 40 days before Easter since the 1600s, the masquerade event promises food and fun. |
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| Busting out of the tournament on Day 1 means you can join in the carnival festivities. | |
