Sochi's scheduled EPT event has been shifted to October.
Get ready, poker enthusiasts! The EPT Sochi event in your calendars for March is a wrap!
PokerStars made the shocking announcement on February 24 that the European Poker Tour (EPT) phase scheduled for Sochi from March 18 to 27 has been formally postponed. The decision came down via emails to participating players, confirming that PokerStars has taken immediate action to push back the festival.
Right now, the tentative new dates for the EPT Sochi are set for October 1 to 10, 2022. Originally, it was slated to be a typical EPT Open stage, but logistical constraints or other factors caused the event to be sacrificed, just like in 2020.
What's in store for players who managed to qualify for the EPT Sochi Main Event through online satellites on PokerStars? They've got two options to choose from:
- Cash Compensation: Players can opt for cash compensation in tournament dollars, credited to their PokerStars account as a substitute for their prize package or won Main Event seat.
- Transfer to October Event: Players can also choose to transfer their won prize package or Main Event seat to the event in October, provided they're still keen on playing at that time.
In the meantime, the Sochi casino has stepped up to promise another tournament series to fill the gap from March 18 to 27.
Worth mentioning is that Nordwind, the airline, has now launched direct flights from Almaty to Sochi, as well as from Nur-Sultan to Sochi – making it easier than ever to join the poker party when it's back on!
Remember, the exact reasons for the EPT Sochi postponement are yet to be officially revealed. Keep an eye out for further updates from the event organizers for all the juicy details. And hey, if rolling over your entries, receiving a refund, or switching to another event fits your strategy, don't forget to make your move! Good luck!
- "What are the options for players who qualified for the EPT Sochi Main Event through online satellites on PokerStars due to the event's postponement? They can choose cash compensation or transfer their won package or Main Event seat to the event in October."
- "Despite the EPT Sochi being postponed, the Sochi casino has promised another tournament series to fill the gap from March 18 to 27."
