Sochi's EPT Event Shifted to October

Sochi's EPT Event Shifted to October

Postponement of EPT Sochi: A Shift in Poker Tour Plans

Get ready to hit the felt a bit later than expected! The European Poker Tour (EPT) stage set for Sochi from March 18 to 27 has been pushed back thanks to a surprising announcement by PokerStars in the evening of February 24.

Yes, you heard that right! They've taken swift action to reschedule the show. So, pack your poker chips and mark your calendars for the updated tentative dates: October 1 to 10, 2022.

Originally, this schedule was set to host a regular EPT Open event. However, like back in 2020, it seems that it's time for a little sacrifice.

Now, for those who snagged a spot in the Main Event via online satellites on PokerStars, here’s the deal: you've got two options.

1. Option A: Cash, Baby! Cash compensation for your prize package or won seat will be credited to your PokerStars account in tournament dollars.
2. Option B: Hungry for more poker action? Transfer your hard-earned package/seat to the Main Event in October!

Not to worry, the "Sochi" casino has promised a "replacement tournament series" for the March dates.

On a bright side, airline Nordwind has opened up some direct flights from Almaty to Sochi, as well as from Nur-Sultan to Sochi.

It's important to note that the 2025 EPT Sochi dates haven't been set yet. As of now, the information available points to local series like the Phoenix Poker Tour, Special Poker Weekend, and SPF Summer series. For any updates on the EPT in Sochi, keep tabs on official EPT channels.

As for players who qualified for the EPT Sochi Main Event seats, there's a bit of a grey area. While PokerPlanets is hosting exclusive freerolls tied to the upcoming Sochi Poker Festival Summer series, there's no direct guidance on existing EPT Sochi prize packages. In this case, it's best to reach out to tournament organizers or qualify through current affiliations like PokerPlanets.

1. I'm playing poker, awaiting the rescheduled EPT Sochi Main Event, originally planned for March 18-27, but now set for October 1-10, 2022, due to a shift in PokerStars' tour plans.
2. The Sochi casino, despite the change in EPT Sochi dates, has promised a replacement tournament series to fill the March gap.
3. PokerStars is offering two options for those who secured Main Event seats via online satellites: Option A, receive cash compensation credited to your PokerStars account, or Option B, retain your package/seat for the Main Event in October.
4. For those seeking additional poker action, airline Nordwind has opened up direct flights from Almaty and Nur-Sultan to Sochi, making plans for the October event more accessible.

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