For the first time ever, the World Series of Poker will host an event in Argentina.
Further expanding the cooperation between the WSOP and 888poker, the Casino Iguazu has been picked as the next new host casino for the WSOP Circuit.
The Iguazu Falls are located on the border between Argentina and Brazil and the most spectacular part of it is known as the “Devil’s Throat."
It’s going to be the most spectacular setting for a WSOP Circuit event and six championship rings will be awarded.
$1k Main Event + Side Events
The schedule is now in the making but what’s already known for sure is that there will be six Championship rings to win.
The famed Crazy Eights side event will make an appearance and the highlight of the week will once more be the $1,000 Main Event.
While the lineup itself will be enticing, the area in which the series will take place is truly breath-taking.
“Iguazu Casino provides a spectacular location for the first ever WSOP Circuit Event in Argentina," said Fernando Bianchi, Marketing Director at the Casino Iguazu.
"Located just minutes away from the Iguazu falls, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the famous casino will be organizing the event along with 888poker.”
“With a tropical environment where visitors are welcomed with warm temperatures throughout the year, Casino Iguazu has been one of the most well-known entertainment centres in South America for more than twenty years.”
“Widely acknowledged as one of the leaders of amusement and sophistication at an international level, the luxury facilities are already in motion to welcome players who will battle for this chapter of the most important Poker Series of the planet.”
The 5-Star Grand Resort and Spa is just 15 min away from Iguazu Falls and can be reached through two airports on the Argentinian and the Brazilian sides.
888poker Further Conquers South America
In the second year of cooperating with the WSOP this might be the greatest live adventure yet.
“The first ever WSOP circuit in Argentina is the latest development for the Series,”WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart added. “The WSOP Circuit continues to expand throughout the world and we are thrilled to reach South America with this exciting event in Argentina.
"We are optimistic the event will be well supported and we can continue to host bigger and better events each year."
Having ventured out to Brazil last year, Argentina is another addition to the global roster of countries that host 888Live events.
“888poker is delighted to have renewed our WSOPC sponsorship for the second year running," said Senior Vice President & Head of B2C at 888 Holdings, Itai Pazner,"as part of our ongoing mission to expand 888poker’s presence in the South American market.
“This renewed partnership is testament to our increasingly dominant position in the industry and our commitment to making live poker accessible and affordable to as many players possible, the world over.
“We are very excited and proud to be bringing the most popular poker series in the world to the renowned Casino Iguazu, one of the most acclaimed casinos in South America.
"This is an amazing opportunity to be part of the world’s biggest and most prestigious live tournament, from as little as 1¢. I wish all our players the best of luck!”
As always, you have the chance to qualify for this live event for as little as 1 cent if you make your way through the 888 steps system. More information about the schedule and events will follow shortly.
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