PokerStars Loses Ground While GG Network Thrives; Major Tournaments Ahead

PokerStars has seen a significant drop in traffic, with numbers more than halving since mid-February 2022. This decline is attributed to their exit from the Russian market and overall traffic reduction. In contrast, the GG Network has achieved a milestone, surpassing 7,000 cash game players for the first time.

PokerOK is gearing up for the MicroMillions tournament series, which will run from July 17 to August 1, 2022. This series features a total prize pool of $4,300,000, with 208 tournaments ranging from $1.1 to various poker game formats. The Main Event, with a $500,000 guarantee and a $22 buy-in, will take place on July 31 at 20:05 Moscow time. Following the Main Event, the High Roller event will start at 21:05 Moscow time, offering a $200,000 prize pool with a $55 buy-in.

RedStar Poker is set to host the Summer Festival from July 24 to August 8, 2022, with a total prize pool of €1,000,000. The festival includes 139 tournaments in various formats, with the Main Event featuring a €100 buy-in and a €100,000 prize pool. Additionally, PokerDom will host daily satellites for the Altai Palace Poker Series from August 1 to 14, 2022, leading up to the main event with a total prize pool of 15,000,000 RUB. PokerDom will also host satellites for the Amber Poker Championship in Kaliningrad from July 18 to 31, 2022.