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ACR POKER INTRODUCES INAUGURAL ACR TEAM ONLINE
ACR Poker is excited to announce its first-ever ACR Team Online, a newly-created group of streaming pros and content creators who will deliver entertaining and engaging online poker content to poker audiences worldwide.
Chosen for their hard work, passion and dedication, five new poker pros will form ACR Team Online. Each member was promoted from the ACR Stormers team for their exceptional poker performance on the ACR Poker client and engaging streaming content.
Among the five new faces of ACR Team Online are Canadian poker pro Evan ‘Gripsed” Jarvis, Argentinian poker streamer Facundo ‘FSpadeX Gallo, UK high-stakes pro Mark “Weazel 1991 Rubbathan, and multi-table tournament (MTT) poker players Svitlana ‘Svetarik’ Dryha and Oskar ‘Deckflow’ Ojaveer.
1. Evan ‘Gripsed’ Jarvis began his poker journey in 2004, inspired by Chris Moneymaker’s victory. Turning pro in 2008, he specialised in 6-max cash games and built a YouTube channel. boasting 100k subscribers. In 2012, he shifted to tournaments and live streaming on Twitch, hosting home games and Sunday grind sessions. Key wins include a $48,500 online score in the OSS Million Dollar Sunday and $162,000 at a Fallsview Poker Classic live event in a 3-way chop.
Reached for comment, Evan said: “I’m proud to represent ACR Team Online, and excited to continue sharing my passion for poker with the community.”
2. Oskar ‘Deckflow’ Ojaveer, a 36-year-old poker pro, discovered his passion for poker during his first year of college, where he started off playing online cash games. He then transitioned from Sit & Go’s to MTTs, which he now plays as a full-time career to support his family.
“Being part of ACR Team Online is a dream come true. I can’t wait to show everyone what we’re capable of and take my game to new heights,” shared Oskar.
3. Facundo ‘FSpadeX’ Gallo started playing poker in 2005, quickly rising in 9-max cash games before switching to 6-max. In 2017, he played high-stakes poker in Macau and became a father. He launched his streaming channel in 2021, rapidly gaining followers and within one month became an ACR Stormer.
“Joining ACR Team Online is a proud moment. This is a great opportunity to grow and keep learning as a player and a content creator,” said Facundo.
4. Mark ‘Weazel_1991’ Rubbathan, a 33-year-old poker pro, started playing at age 16 in his friend’s basement. From ÂŁ1 Sit & Go’s with friends to turning an ACR Package into a Triton Super High Roller Series Mystery Bounty title in 2023, his poker journey has been extraordinary. A tournament player at heart, Mark moved to cash games for streaming purposes. Fans can expect a mix of both on his channel.
When asked about joining ACR Team Online, Mark said: “This is an exciting new chapter in my poker career. I’m looking forward to bringing fresh content and big wins to ACR.”
5. Svitlana ‘Svetarik’ Dryha is a 28-year-old professional poker player from Ukraine. She began her career in 2017 as an online cash player before transitioning to MTTs in 2018.
“I’m so excited to join ACR Team Online and share my journey with poker fans worldwide. I’m eager to showcase my skills on the stream and play the full ACR schedule,” said Svitlana.
Fans can follow ACR Team Online’s poker journeys and look forward to regular exciting new content, including YouTube shorts, long-form videos, and the ‘Day In The Life’ series.
“We’re delighted to have the pros join ACR Team Online, and confident they will represent ACR Poker well,” said an ACR Poker representative. “The five players selected bring a wealth of talent and dedication to the team, and we’re excited to see them showcase everything ACR Poker has to offer, from the huge OSS XL Series all the way to the flagship Venom tournaments, engaging the poker community like never before.”
Poker
ACR POKER ANNOUNCES FINAL 2024 PACKAGES TO URUGUAY FOR THE ENJOY POKER TOUR IN DECEMBER
Players looking to hit the poker tables and sunny beaches in Uruguay this December are heading to ACR Poker. The popular online poker site is once again running their Punta del Este Satellites in November, guaranteeing 14 full packages and five entry-only packages to the Enjoy Poker Tourâs biggest series of the year.
Through ACR Pokerâs Punta del Este Satellites, players have the opportunity to compete in the $1.5 Million guaranteed Final Millonaria and the $500,000 guaranteed Main Event during the Enjoy Poker Tour, all while enjoying a 10-night stay at the luxurious Punta del Este Resort and Casino.
âLooking to escape the cold and win big? Our Punta del Este Satellites are your ticket to sunny Uruguay, where you can play in two major poker tourneys at the Enjoy Poker Tour,â said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. âWith stunning beaches, great food, and lots of action, players can look forward to a great poker vacation, both on and off the felt.â
The Punta del Este Satellites are guaranteeing 14 full packages in total during ACR Pokerâs Beast Tournament on Sunday, November 3rd and 10th at 6:05pm ET. Players can buy their seat for $95 or qualify for free by ranking on the Beast weekly leaderboard.
Each package is valued at $8,000 and includes a $2,750 entry to the $1.5 Million Final Millonaria, a $1,650 ticket to the $500,000 Main Event, airfare, 10 nightsâ luxury accommodation from December 6th-16th, spending money, and more.
Moneymaker added that there will also be a separate satellite on Sunday, November 17th at 3:05pm ET ($165 buy-in) guaranteeing five entry-only packages ($4,400 value each) that will cover the $2,750 buy-in for the Final Millonaria and $1,650 buy-in for the Main Event.
Situated along Uruguayâs beautiful Atlantic coast, the Punta del Este Resort and Casino offers a mix of classic architecture, exciting poker action, stunning beaches, and lively nightlife, where players can enjoy a truly unique experience, on and off the tables.
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WPT Global Partners with Triton Poker as the Official Sponsor of the Prestigious High-stakes Poker Tour
WPT Global has partnered with Triton Poker Series as the official sponsor of the renowned Triton Poker Super High Roller Series. This partnership ushers in a new era of growth for the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series, as it continues its journey as a leader in high-stakes tournament poker. WPT Global â now offers players the exclusive opportunity to qualify for Triton Poker Super High Roller Series events, expanding accessibility to one of the poker worldâs most prestigious tournament circuits.
Known for its elite poker events, Triton is set to further cement its status as a global leader in poker through this partnership, backed by the reach and innovation of WPT Global.
To commemorate this new era, WPT Global is introducing the âWPT Global Slam,â a $25,000 buy-in tournament that will take place at each Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in the upcoming season. This event promises to elevate the level of competition, providing players the opportunity to engage in high-stakes poker while benefiting from the world-class experience both brands are known for.
Alex Scott, President of WPT Global, said: âWeâre incredibly excited to partner with Triton Poker as they enter this new phase of growth. Triton has become synonymous with the best in high-stakes poker, and by aligning ourselves with such a distinguished brand, we aim to create extraordinary opportunities for WPT Global players to experience poker on an even grander scale. The launch of the WPT Global Slam will give our players the chance to compete at the highest levels in poker, and we look forward to creating unforgettable experiences at Triton events worldwide.â
Andy Wong, CEO of Triton Poker Series, said: âThis game changing partnership with WPT Global brings a unique opportunity for Triton Poker Series to expand our global reach. By giving WPT Globalâs users once-in-a lifetime opportunities to qualify into our flagship event, the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series, we hope this invites a fresh injection of new players into the arena of ultra high stakes, and that we see new high stakes dreams dealt.â
The partnership brings exclusive qualifying events to the WPT Global platform, allowing a broader audience of poker enthusiasts to earn seats in Triton Poker Series events. The introduction of the WPT Global Slam, with its $25,000 buy-in creates an unparalleled tournament experience mirroring the high level of competition and action associated with both WPT Global and Triton Poker.
This collaboration signifies Triton Pokerâs ongoing commitment to elevating the sport while welcoming new talent and expanding access to players across the globe. By joining forces with WPT Global, Triton Poker embarks on an exciting new chapter in its journey toward becoming the premier destination for high-stakes poker events worldwide.
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Phil Kessel Joins WPT Global as Brand Ambassador â Interview Opportunities Available
WPT@ Global is excited to announce the signing of professional hockey player and poker fan Phil Kessel as its latest brand ambassador. Kessel, a 3-time Cup champion and fan-favorite
across the NHL, brings his love of poker to the WPT Global community in Canada, kicking off an exciting partnership linking his passion for poker and sports on a worldwide scale.
A seasoned poker player, Kessel has been a regular member in the Canadian poker community, creating a unique fan base in NHL cities through his engaging presence at Iocal card rooms. He now brings that cool demeanor and fun energy to the online tables at WPT Global, a great collaboration to celebrate his influence as a poker fan and hockey icon.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Phil to the WPT Global brand,” said Alex Scott president
of WPT Global. “Phil has not only excelled as a world-class ice hockey player but is also a huge poker enthusiast who embodies the values we hold dear. He’s engaging, passionate, and always striving to improve – qualities that make him a perfect fit for the WPT Global poker
community. His unique connection to both sports and poker gives him the ability to bridge those worlds, and we’re excited to deliver unforgettable experiences for our players, especially in Canada, both on and off the felt.’
In his new role, Kessel works closely with WPT Global’s Team Canada” player engagement
team, helping create memorable and exclusive experiences for the poker community. To celebrate his signing, Kessel and WPT Global are holding an event during the Oct. 14-30 WPTO Playground Festival in Montreal. Media outlets, hockey fans and poker players are invited to participate and enjoy this event, with opportunities on-site to meet Kessel in person.
“I’m incredibly excited to work with WPT Global. I have been an avid poker player for over 20 years, and a huge fan of the World Poker Tour,” said Kessel. “I can’t wait to kick-off this relationship in Montreal and bring some cool experiences to fans.
Media Interviews at WPT Montreal:
Members of the media are invited to meet and interview Kessel Oct 14-20 at the WPT Playground Poker Club Festival in Montreal. This is a unique opportunity to discuss his new role with WPT Global, his passion for poker, and his upcoming tournament providing the winner a VIP experience with Kessel in Las Vegas.
In addition to his in-person appearance in Montreal, Kessel is hosting his very own lronman
Tournament on WPT Global on Nov. 27 at 7PM EST. This event is exclusive and invite-only,
offering the following prizes:
- 1st Place: A VIP WPT World Championship Package including travel to Las egas, hotel accommodations, dinner, golf with Phil, and entry to the $10,400 WPT World Championship Main Event.
- 2nd-5th Place: Kessel-signed jerseys
- 6th – 18th Place: Kessel-signed pucks or 8×10 photographs.
- Bounty Prize: The player who eliminates Kessel receives a special prize package,
including signed jersey, photo, puck, and a WPT Global Swag Bag along with a personalized message from Kessel.
Players can receive an invitation by registering on WPT Global using the code IRONKESSEL81
and depositing $100+. For existing WPT Global players, they can engage in CRM campaigns to
get a free ticket to lock up their tournament seat.
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