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50th IPS Anniversary Smashes Entry Record with 5,166 Players
The 50th IPS Anniversary tournament at King’s Resort has made history by setting a new record with 5,166 entries. This surpasses the previous record of 3,072 entries set in July 2021. The prize pool for this monumental event is €1,693,156, making it one of the most lucrative poker tournaments in recent history.
Federico Brunato, the Poker Director at King’s Resort, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all players and staff who contributed to the success of the event. “I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to all players and staff who made this event a tremendous success,” Brunato stated. He also highlighted the passion and love for poker that continues to burn brighter than ever, noting the arrival of many new faces to the tournament.
Special thanks were extended to Antony Angeloni for his 13 years of unwavering passion and commitment to the game of poker and brand IPS Italian Poker Sport. The tournament’s success is a testament to the enduring popularity of poker and the dedication of its community.
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