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Record prize pool announced for Asian Poker Classic

Published: 
01 March, 2007

Taking place in early March, the richest poker tournament in Asia just got richer – organisers of the Asian Poker Classic (APC) have guaranteed a minimum add-in of $250,000 to the prize pool, which means more than $1million could be available at the first professional poker tournament ever staged in India.

The Asian Poker Classic, sponsored by MaharajahClub.com, is set to be one of the biggest events on the Eastern poker calendar.

Minaxshi Shah, Director of Events at Asian Poker Classic, said: “We expect there will be between 150 and 200 players, and with a $250,000 add-in the equity in this tournament is absolutely astounding!”

A host of top pros and celebrities will turn out for the prestigious event, which is being held at the five-star Intercontinental, Grand Resort in Goa . The stunning venue will provide an outstanding backdrop to rival any setting for a major poker event in the coming 12 months.

Tournament Director Thomas Kremser said: “The Asian Poker Classic is not just one of the biggest events scheduled for India in 2007 – it’s one of the biggest poker events anywhere in the world. With Goa as a fantastic location, it will be the most exciting new poker tournament of the year.”








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