GGPoker launches online qualifiers for the WSOP Circuit Calgary Main Event
GGPoker introduces exclusive online satellites for the $2,300 Main Event at the WSOP Circuit Calgary, available to players in Canada with freerolls for residents in Ontario.
Key Takeaways
- GGPoker launched exclusive online qualifiers for the WSOP Circuit Calgary Main Event.
- The satellites are active for players in Canada and offer freeroll options for residents in Ontario.
- The WSOP-C Calgary Main Event runs from September 30 to October 12 at Deerfoot Inn & Casino.
- GGPoker is also preparing online qualifiers for the WSOP Circuit Playground in November.
GGPoker has announced the launch of exclusive online qualifiers for the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOP-C) Calgary Main Event, which will take place from September 30 to October 12 at Deerfoot Inn & Casino. The satellites are already available in the GGPoker app and allow Canadian players to win seats for the in-person Main Event, which has an entry fee of $2,300. Residents in Ontario can access freeroll qualifiers as part of the extensive routes to this prestigious competition.
Format of the online qualifiers for WSOP Circuit Calgary
Daily satellites are open to players across Canada via the GGPoker platform. There are various structures and entry fees, providing options for both recreational players and regulars looking to optimize their investment for access to the Main Event. For players residing in Ontario, GGPoker offers access to freerolls: free tournaments that also award prizes to participate in the in-person event.
The company detailed that the schedule for qualifiers can be checked in the tournament lobby of its app, allowing players to evaluate the variety of opportunities and adjust their individual strategies.
GGPoker and the goal of connecting online gaming with live events
GGPoker's strategy focuses on merging the digital experience with high-level live poker in Canada. According to Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker:
"We are thrilled to offer Canadian players direct access to the WSOP Circuit once again. Calgary has established itself as a top live poker destination, and with our exclusive satellites and freerolls in Ontario, players of all profiles have a real opportunity to compete for a coveted WSOP Circuit ring." — Sarne Lightman, GGPoker
Lightman also revealed that the strategy of connecting channels will remain present throughout the rest of the year.
Announcement of qualifiers for WSOP Circuit Playground in November
In addition to Calgary, GGPoker confirmed that it will also organize exclusive online qualifiers for the upcoming WSOP Circuit Playground in November, which will take place from November 2 to 17 at Playground, near Montreal. The company indicated that details regarding the satellites and the specific schedule for this festival will be published shortly on its official channels.
The structure of these upcoming satellites will aim to replicate the model applied in Calgary, prioritizing accessibility for players from various provinces and reinforcing GGPoker's commitment to the main events of poker in Canada.
Access and schedule of satellites
To participate in the WSOP-C Calgary qualifiers, users must access the GGPoker app and check the tournament lobby, where up-to-date information on satellite schedules, structures, and prize details can be found. These initiatives constitute a direct channel to access WSOP events using online gaming infrastructure, allowing for a seamless transition from the digital environment to in-person.
Conclusion: Boosting live poker through the online channel
The integration of online qualifiers with live events such as WSOP-C Calgary and WSOP Circuit Playground reinforces GGPoker's role as a link between different communities of players and the most renowned tournament circuit. The dynamics of daily satellites and province-specific freerolls ensure the inclusion of diverse profiles and contribute to the growth of the Canadian poker calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the online qualifier system for WSOP Circuit Calgary work?
GGPoker offers daily satellites open to players in Canada, with various entry amounts and specific freerolls for residents in Ontario. Winners receive seats for the in-person Main Event of $2,300 in Calgary.
When is the WSOP-C Calgary Main Event?
The WSOP Circuit Calgary Main Event will take place from September 30 to October 12 at Deerfoot Inn & Casino.
What options do players in Ontario have for qualifying?
Residents in Ontario can access freerolls organized by GGPoker, where entry is free and prizes include seats for the WSOP-C Calgary Main Event.
Does GGPoker plan to offer more online qualifiers for other events?
The company confirmed it will organize exclusive online qualifiers for the WSOP Circuit Playground in November, with details about the schedule coming soon.
Where can the schedules and formats of the satellites be checked?
The programming and structures of the satellites are available in the tournament lobby of the GGPoker app, where users can view schedules and prizes in real-time.
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Sofía Carrasco
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Sofía Carrasco covers live and online poker — tournament series from the WSOP and EPT to the daily room grind, promotions, and the industry moves behind them. The reports keep every score, pot, and player name exactly as the record shows, and follow the story past the final hand: who qualified, what the structure rewarded, and how the field is shifting. For player moves, software, and regulation across the poker economy, Sofía Carrasco is the first read.
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