Updated on 20 Feb 26 by
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iPoker: Episode 1 starts today!

Starting Sunday, 26th January, the iPoker Network and E1 return with three thrilling knockout tournaments, promising action-packed gameplay and enticing rewards for all participants.





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€500,000 GTD Episode 1: Season Opener

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In 2024, the iPoker network hosted 13 thrilling episodes, distributing over €10,000,000 in prize money—a resounding success set to carry on into the New Year. Starting in 2025, iPoker has introduced several exciting and profitable avenues for players to qualify for the year’s premier live event:

The Irish Open, scheduled in Dublin from April 10 to 15, 2025. To help poker enthusiasts make the most of this opportunity, we’ve already broken down the most rewarding satellites for PokerStratgists.

Now, it’s time to shift focus to what lies ahead. The Episode 1 of 2025 kicks off with a bang, featuring a massive €500,000 guaranteed prize pool. Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 26, and get ready to dive into the season opener!

The highlights are undoubtedly the Three Flighted KO tournaments:

  • E1 | SEASON OPENER MINI €30,000 GTD | Buy-In: €10 with Day 2 on 10/02/2025
  • E1 | SEASON OPENER €100,000 GTD | Buy-In: €500 with Day 2 on 10/02/2025
  • E1 | OMAHA MASTERS €5,000 | Buy-In: €5 with Day 2 on 09/02/2025

Day-1 flights for the all three events will be available around the clock throughout the promotion period, running from January 26 to February 10, 2025. Players can secure their spot in the action through satellites with buy-ins ranging from just €0.20 up to €100, making this event accessible to all bankrolls.

An exciting lineup awaits, with a vibrant mix of classic No-Limit Hold'em tournaments, Progressive Knockouts (PKOs), PLO events, and Mystery Bounty tournaments.Satellite buy-ins start as low as €0.20 and go up to €100, ensuring options for every bankroll.

Sunday Events of Episode 1:

  • €75,000 GTD with a buy-in of €100 (E1 | €100 SUNDAY MAIN EVENT) on 26/01/2025
  • €50,000 GTD with a buy-in of €100 (E1 | €100 SUNDAY MYSTERIUM) on 02/02/2025
  • €100,000 GTD with a buy-in of €250 (E1 | €250 EL CLASSICO MAIN) on 09/02/2025

The €5,000 E1 Freeroll

The €5,000 Guaranteed Final Freeroll of E1 will take place on February 11 at 18:00 GMT, and there are multiple ways to secure your seat:

  • Satellite Mission: Play a satellite with a minimum €50 buy-in to “E1|SEASON OPENER|DAY-1X” during the qualification period (26/01/2025 00:00 GMT – 10/02/2025 19:30 GMT) to earn a ticket for the €5,000 E1 Freeroll on 11 February 2025. Only one ticket per player is allowed.
  • Knock out Mission: Eliminate 5 players in “E1” PKO tournaments during the qualification period (26/01/2025 00:00 GMT – 11/02/2025 08:00 GMT) to earn a ticket for the €5,000 E1 Freeroll on 11 February 2025. Each player can claim a maximum of one ticket.
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