Phil’s Thrill XXL Crushes Guarantee with $2.06M Prize Pool
During the OSS XL series on Americas Cardroom, the special $10,300 Phil’s Thrill XXL high roller attracted 206 entries. "ErculePokero" emerged as the champion, taking home $496,027 for the victory.
Sunday Majors: Smash & Splash
Over the years, Americas Cardroom has established itself as a trusted destination for players in the United States as well as the international poker community who want to play real-money online poker. Cash tables are available around the clock, with reliable traffic in No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha, while the tournament lobby offers a broad selection of events across many different buy-in levels.
Creating an account through PokerStrategy.com provides a straightforward entry point, and the platform supports Bitcoin and USDT for quick and efficient deposits and withdrawals. Combined with stable software designed to support extended grinding sessions, the site suits players looking for steady action and the ability to put in volume.
Today, Americas Cardroom ranks among the largest online poker platforms in the world, having grown significantly over the years while continuing to strengthen its position in the global market.
Phil’s Thrill at ACR
Phil’s Thrill – The Ultimate Sunday High Stakes Event! Americas Cardroom has introduced Phil’s Thrill, a $10,300 buy-in tournament that runs every Sunday at 2:30 PM ET. Created by CEO Phil Nagy, the event is the platform’s biggest weekly tournament and targets players ready to compete at the highest stakes.
Phil Nagy is a strong supporter of high-stakes poker and may occasionally join the field himself, sometimes battling alongside well-known names like Chris Moneymaker.
Weekly Schedule:
- Main Event: Sunday - 2:30 PM ET, Buy-in: $10,300
- Satellites: Sunday – 11:30 AM ET and 2:15 PM ET, Buy-in: $1,050 (each guarantees one $10,300 seat)
Players can also qualify through Survivor Flips Step Tournaments, starting from $3.15.
ErculePokero Wins Phil’s Thrill XXL For $496,027
The XXL edition of Phil’s Thrill delivered a major turnout on Sunday as part of ACR Poker’s $50 million OSS XL series. The special version of the weekly high-roller tournament featured a $10,300 buy-in and a $1.5 million guarantee, making it the biggest edition of the event so far. The tournament attracted 206 entries, pushing the total prize pool to $2,060,000 and exceeding the guarantee by more than 37 percent.
After nearly 8.5 hours of play, "ErculePokero" claimed the title and $496,027 in first-place prize money. "Blankslate" finished runner up for $362,374, while "Down2Muck" secured $264,532 for third place. ACR Poker CEO Phil Nagy, after whom the event is named, also entered the XXL edition and finished 96th in the 206-player field.
$50 Million Up for Grabs
Running from March 1 to March 23, Americas Cardroom hosts the OSS XL, one of the year’s largest online tournament festivals, featuring a schedule packed with events and a combined $50 million in guaranteed prize money.
Main Event Schedule:
| Flight | Date | Buy-In | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1A | Sunday, March 15 | $2,650 | $2,000,000 GTD |
| Day 1B | Sunday, March 22 | $1,050 | $2,000,000 GTD |
| Day 2 | Monday, March 23 | $215 | $1,000,000 GTD |
OSS XL Leaderboard Competition
During the OSS XL series on Americas Cardroom, players can compete not only for tournament prizes but also for a $65,000 Leaderboard Competition running from March 1 to March 23. The leaderboard payouts are distributed in a mix of cash and tournament tickets, while live standings allow players to follow their progress throughout the festival.
To keep the competition balanced across bankroll levels, the promotion features three separate leaderboards: High, Medium, and Low buy-ins. Points are awarded based on tournament results in OSS XL events, with the top performers on each leaderboard earning a share of the additional prize pool.
