ACR Poker's Venom Tournaments Surge Past $10 Million in Prizes with Intense Competition
In an exciting display of poker prowess, ACR Poker's Venom tournaments have achieved what many believed to be improbable: a staggering prize pool exceeding $10 million. This accomplishment was the result of days of fierce competition, as players from all around the globe participated in the flagship Mystery Bounty events, aiming for enormous bounties and substantial payouts. The No Limit Hold'em (NLH) Venom event attracted 3,519 entrants via five starting flights, completely eclipsing ACR Poker's $8 million guarantee with a finalized prize pool of $8,797,500. This included bounties amounting to $4,398,750, showcasing just how competitive the atmosphere was.
The thrill culminated at the NLH Venom Final Table on February 4, where Brazilian poker sensation Carlos 'S1NISTR0' Rocha emerged victorious. He faced formidable opponents, including 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Player of the Year Ian 'RiverRiot72' Matakis and other poker notables such as Ethan 'RampagePoker' Yau and Daniel 'SmilleThHero' Smiljkovic. In an exhilarating finish, Rocha secured the championship title after an intense three-way Independent Chip Model (ICM) deal alongside Smiljkovic and 'Thelittle200'. His total winnings exceeded an impressive $748,000—comprised of a $613,547 first-place prize and $135,000 in bounties. Rocha expressed immense satisfaction, calling the triumph a dream come true and a significant milestone in his poker journey. He praised the structure of the Venom tournament, noting, 'It was an incredible experience, and I love playing this tournament.'
Not to be outdone, the $2 million Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) Venom event tied as ACR Poker's largest Omaha tournament ever, pulling in a competitive field of 872 players. The final prize pool reached a remarkable $2,180,000, of which $1,090,000 were bounties. Legendary PLO player Dirk 'Venividi1993' Gerrits also participated, adding to the event's competitive spirit. Ultimately, 'Skretcher9' claimed the top spot, winning $210,631, including $65,000 in bounties.
The atmosphere throughout both Venom tournaments was electric, with many ACR Pros, including Ebony Kenney, captivating audiences by earning a remarkable six-figure bounty close to $150,000 during the NLH event. ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker commented on the overwhelming turnout and positive energy, extending congratulations to all winners and participants who walked away with bountiful prizes.
For those eager to relive the action, ACR Poker's Twitch channel hosts recaps of the NLH Venom Final Table. Additionally, viewers can catch the live stream of ACR Team Online member Mark 'Weazel_1991' Rubbathan as he navigates the PLO Venom Final Table.
As the Venom Mystery Bounty tournaments draw to a close, players can anticipate more thrilling events at ACR Poker. Among the upcoming features is the newly launched fast-paced Survivor Flips tournament, boasting a remarkable $500,000 guarantee.
For more information regarding ACR Poker's promotions and tournament schedule, players can visit ACRPoker.eu.
About ACR Poker
Formerly Americas Cardroom, ACR Poker joined the renowned Winning Poker Network in 2011. The network, established in 2001, is consistently recognized as one of the industry's trusted names. ACR Poker has garnered repeated accolades for its payment processing and cashout reliability, making it a favored platform among poker enthusiasts worldwide. Customers can also expect superior service and a welcoming environment in their poker journeys.