PokerStars Launches Russian RCOOP and Offers $65,000 Contract

PokerStars has announced an exciting series of online tournaments tailored for Russian-speaking players. The Russian RCOOP, inspired by the success of the World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP), will feature 11 tournaments with a guaranteed prize pool of $200,000. The series will run from October 31 to November 7, 2010, and will be available to players from Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, and Uzbekistan.

In addition to the online series, PokerStars is also hosting the Russian Poker Series (RPS) in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, from October 31 to November 7, 2010. This offline event coincides with the Russian RCOOP, offering players a unique opportunity to participate in both online and offline tournaments.

PokerStars is also running a special promotion where players can win a yearly contract worth $65,000. The promotion involves participating in monthly freerolls, with the top three finishers in each freeroll qualifying for the 'Big Final' on January 9, 2011. The winner of the 'Big Final' will receive a salary of $4,000 per month and $17,000 in tournament buy-ins.