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PokerStars announces European Poker Tour dates and return of regional tours

The Monte-Carlo Casino European Poker Tour (EPT) will take place between 28 April and 7 May this year. 

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The tournament, which was not held in 2020 or 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, regularly sees winners claim cash prizes in excess of €1m ($1.13m). In both 2008 and 2009, the winner took home over €2m.  

The Monte-Carlo Casino, officially branded as Casino de Monte-Carlo, has held the EPT grand final on 11 occasions. To qualify, entrants must first come through the EPT Prague event, which is held between 5 and 16 May.  

Those participating in the tournament can enter a number of events, with buy-ins ranging from €5,300 to €100,000.

Severin Rasset, Managing Director & Commercial Officer, PokerStars, commented: “EPT Monte Carlo is a favourite for many, and we're pleased we can now share details for the event along with the exciting announcement that regional tours are back. 

“We understand that these are uncertain times for everyone. The health and safety of our players and staff is paramount to our plans, and we'll continue to communicate openly with players as each event approaches. Live events have always been a big part of PokerStars, and we can't wait to get back and hope to see many of our players at events soon.” 

In news that will boost the live poker industry in Europe, the tournament’s owner and main sponsor, PokerStars, also announced the return of regional poker tours across the continent. 

Following a five-year hiatus, regional poker tournaments will return to the UK, Spain, Czech Republic, Monaco and France.  

The season will incorporate seven events, running from March until November 2022.

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