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PokerStars Launches Million Dollar Challenge TV Show
Online PokerAugust 22, 2009·1 min read

PokerStars Launches Million Dollar Challenge TV Show


PokerStars has announced the launch of a new TV show called PokerStars Million Dollar Challenge. The show will air on the Fox channel, with the first episode scheduled for October 11. The format of the show involves online satellite players competing against professionals to win up to $1,000,000.

One of the new features is that participants will have the opportunity to use the coaching services of Daniel Negreanu. Winners of the freerolls will have to record a two-minute video explaining why they deserve the chance to compete with professionals. The winners must arrive at the show with two friends who will help them decide whether to take the money or continue playing.

This new show is a response to Full Tilt's Face the Ace, which faced low ratings and was moved to a less favorable time slot. PokerStars aims to learn from Full Tilt's mistakes and create a more engaging and entertaining experience for viewers.

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