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WSOP Tournament of Champions returns to The Commerce Casino & Hotel in May 2025

The $1m freeroll tournament is exclusively open to players who have won a WSOP bracelet or Circuit ring between June 2024 and May 2025.

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Key points:

- The 2025 WSOP Tournament of Champions takes place 15-17 May at The Commerce Casino & Hotel in Los Angeles

- The event is a $1m freeroll open to WSOP bracelet and Circuit ring winners from June 2024 to May 2025

- The WSOP Circuit series at The Commerce runs from 8-24 May, featuring 18 events and over $3.5m in prize guarantees, including a $2m main event

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced that the 2025 WSOP Tournament of Champions will take place at The Commerce Casino & Hotel in Los Angeles, California, from 15 to 17 May.

The $1m freeroll tournament is exclusively open to players who have won a WSOP bracelet or Circuit ring between June 2024 and May 2025.

The Tournament of Champions marks the culmination of the WSOP Circuit season, which runs from 8 to 24 May at The Commerce.

This year’s series features 18 WSOP Circuit ring events with a total prize pool exceeding $3.5m.

Commenting on the development, WSOP CEO Ty Stewart stated: “We are happy to return to The Commerce Casino & Hotel for the WSOP Tournament of Champions and our 15th consecutive $1m freeroll.

“With a $2m guaranteed Circuit Main Event, WSOP satellites and nonstop action at the world’s biggest poker room, this is like the opening ceremonies for the 2025 WSOP.”

Good to know: The 2025 Tournament of Champions will be live-streamed, allowing poker fans worldwide to watch as players compete for the first WSOP bracelet of the year

The Commerce’s Tournament Manager, Cavin Quintanilla, added: “The Commerce is thrilled to be welcoming back the WSOP Circuit Finals, as well as the T.O.C., both of which are such prestigious events.

“It takes a dedicated team to deliver legendary customer service and I am excited and honoured to have the opportunity to collaborate with these two iconic brands.

“We will strive to uphold the integrity of the game, show everyone a great time and elevate each other’s legacy.”

In addition to the headline events, The Commerce will offer a variety of side tournaments and satellite events, giving players multiple opportunities to qualify for the main competitions.

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