The Weekend Round Up – November 3, 2024
Welcome to this week’s GGPoker Weekend Roundup, where we’re highlighting the biggest moments from the latest online tournaments. From towering prize pools to thrilling final tables, this recap captures every play and unexpected twist that made this weekend a memorable one. Whether you’re a competitive player or just love the game’s intensity, we’ve gathered the must-see highlights and milestone victories.
A Weekend of Poker Action
Players from around the world converged on the digital tables, with this weekend’s myriad of marquee events, including The Weekender, bringing out the best in the field. Skillful calls, audacious bluffs, and strategic maneuvers defined the action, showcasing why poker is as exhilarating as ever. The stakes were high, and each hand felt like it could change the game entirely.
New faces and seasoned pros alike brought their A-game, creating an atmosphere of fierce competition. Now, let’s break down the weekend’s top tournaments and celebrate the players who made their mark with unforgettable performances.
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty
The Weekender Omaholic Bounty was once again the weekend’s go-to event for Omaha fans, drawing in some of the best PLO players on GGPoker. With a guaranteed prize pool of $100,000 and an accessible $54 buy-in, the tournament attracted a strong field of 2,022 entrants. The number of entrants grew the prize pool to $100,452.96, making it even more enticing for the participants of an already exciting event. After several Day 1 flights, 376 players advanced to the final day, each eager for a piece of the pot.
In an electrifying finish that took just over 5 hours to complete, ‘Realguru’ came out on top, taking home a well-earned $6,463.37, plus an impressive $7,811.97 in bounty rewards. The second-place finisher, ‘3k-xiongbiao,’ secured $6,459.83 along with a bounty payout of $1,982.96, following a close head-to-head battle. Completing the top three, ‘Hazzard24’ was rewarded with $5,001.30, with an additional $682.42 in bounty winnings.
Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty]
The excitement continued with the fan-favorite Sunday Showdown $108 [Mystery Bounty], boasting a hefty $500,000 guaranteed prize pool. The event saw a remarkable turnout, with 7,175 players pushing the prize pool to an impressive $712,908. After nearly ten hours of high-stakes action, ‘b0rn2be1st’ emerged as the champion, pocketing $42,365.74 including $3,324 in bounty winnings.
Coming in second was ‘Vlad Dubanov’ who earned $29,272.90, plus a decent $3,906 in bounties. Third place went to ‘Rafael Negovec’ who took home $21,951.57 and an additional $666 in bounty earnings. Adding even more excitement to the event was the top mystery bounty, an eye-popping $48,000 prize. This massive bounty went to ‘Bobo333’, who, despite finishing 86th, walked away with a total of $48,603.24, primarily from bounties. It was a striking reminder of how unpredictable and rewarding these mystery bounties can be.
Sunday High Rollers Main Event
The Sunday High Rollers Main Event took the spotlight this week as it turned into a a Bounty Edition as part of the prestigious Bounty Hunters Series. It drew in high rollers to compete for a substantial $500,000 guaranteed prize pool with a $1,500 buy-in. By the time late registration wrapped up, the tournament had attracted 438 players, pushing the prize pool to an impressive $624,150 and raising the stakes for those aiming for a big payday.
With only the top 51 finishers set to cash, the competition was fierce, spanning an intense 10-and-a-half-hour showdown. In the end, ‘Gerasimov Denis’ emerged victorious, securing the top prize of $42,040.26 and an additional $82,835.18 in bounties. The runner-up, ‘Fernando Taurus’ collected a hefty $42,040 for their efforts to go along with $12,703.90 in bounties, while ‘bagoch’ rounded out the top three with a solid $37,079.86 including $3,675 in bounties.
Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event
The next event in the Bounty Hunters series was The Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event, which stood out as a major highlight, offering players a thrilling tournament experience. With a wallet-friendly $54 buy-in and an eye-catching $750,000 guarantee, the event attracted an impressive 19,393 entries, pushing the prize pool to a sizable $963,444.24.
After just over 10 hours of intense action, it was ‘Mike Dyson’ who claimed victory, earning the first-place prize of $37,576.12 along with $28,633.20 in bounties. Finishing just behind them in second was ‘kazanova2020’, who took home $37,561.83 and an additional $4,079.06 in bounty rewards. Third place went to ‘Henrique Adam’ who pocketed $29,846.52 plus an extra $3,749.26 in bounty winnings.
Master the GGMasters:
Bounty Hunters HR Main Event
The biggest guarantee on this list from last weekend was the Bounty Hunters HR Main Event. This high-stakes tournament brought serious excitement with its colossal $1,000,000 guarantee. For a $525 buy-in, a strong field of 2,901 players joined the action, pushing the prize pool even higher to an impressive $1,450,500.
After an intense 10.75-hour battle, ‘Dragonas’ clinched the title, taking home $72,832.22 along with a substantial $55,254.10 in bounties. Close behind, ‘Fiscal DuarT’ secured the runner-up position, earning $72,829.89 along with $26,737.39 in bounty payouts. Rounding out the top three, ‘Vlad Dubanov’, his second podium finish of the weekend, claimed $57,870.49, boosted by an additional $13,482.93 in bounties.
GGMasters Bounty $320
Another exciting addition to the Bounty Hunters Series this weekend was the GGMasters Bounty Special Edition, which stepped in for the usual GGMasters Bounty Freezeout. This Special Edition event gave players a chance to compete for a boosted $400,000 guarantee with a $320 buy-in, and the response was impressive. A total of 1,704 players registered, pushing the prize pool up to $507,110.40 creating an intense, high-stakes atmosphere.
After nearly 10 hours of fierce play, ‘Empathic_Style’ emerged as the champion, earning $27,448.45 along with $28,052.79 in bounties. Close behind, ‘Bing1103’ secured the runner-up spot, collecting $27,447.54 plus an additional $13,159.31 in bounty rewards. Completing the podium, ‘TTNacho’ earned a total of $25,678.11, including $3,868.36 in bounties. This Special Edition tournament provided players and fans alike with an unforgettable show of skill, tension, and substantial payouts.
GGMasters High Rollers $1,050
The action kept rolling with the GGMasters High Rollers event, a $1,050 buy-in tournament. Attracting a strong field of 805 players, this high-stakes event comfortably exceeded its $750,000 guarantee, building a prize pool of $805,000. After almost 12 hours of relentless competition, ‘seC1orEsteban’ took the title, capturing a well-deserved first-place prize of $112,645.86 after a riveting heads-up battle.
The runner-up, ‘Denis Zelenkin’ put on an impressive display, walking away with $86,359.75 for their efforts. Finishing third, ‘g9m0s9’ secured $66,207.86, rounding out the top three of a weekend event that showcased some of the fiercest competition and massive payouts.
GGMasters $150
Adding even more excitement to the weekend lineup, the GGMasters $150 Freezeout captivated players with its $500,000 guaranteed prize pool. An impressive field of 4,061 entrants turned up, pushing the prize pool up to $560,418. After an action-packed 11 hours and 38 minutes, ‘Leonid Orman’ emerged victorious, claiming the top prize of $62,690.55.
The runner-up, ‘limp_master’ battled fiercely to secure $47,008.19 for their second-place finish. In third place, ‘brotheq’ completed a commendable run, taking home $35,251.18. This Freezeout proved once again why the GGMasters events remain fan favorites.
The Weekender
Rounding out the weekend’s major events, The Weekender once again drew a crowd with its appealing $50 buy-in and solid $250,000 guarantee. A total of 5,242 players signed up, which created an overlay of $8,868, leaving extra value for everyone who played. From the sizable field, 1,035 players advanced to the final day, each eyeing the top prize in a tournament that delivered plenty of thrills.
In a gripping heads-up showdown, ‘NoLove88’ claimed the title and the first-place prize of $25,053.90. The runner-up, ‘DigitalRitual’ walked away with $19,312.17, while third-place finisher ‘Bogachev57’ earned $14,892.47, adding a memorable close to an event that capped off another weekend of high-octane poker action.
The End of an Epic Weekend of Poker
Once again, GGPoker’s weekend tournaments brought together the best in online poker, showcasing the thrill and fierce competition that keeps fans and players coming back. From the high-stakes clashes in the GGMasters High Rollers and Bounty Hunters HR Main Event to player-favorites like The Weekender and GGMasters Freezeout, each event created a stage where players could test their skills and go after impressive prizes. Rising stars seized their moments, while poker veterans reminded everyone of the experience and strategy that define top-tier play.
With growing prize pools and increasingly intense competition, excitement for next weekend’s action is already building. Whether you’re aiming for a coveted title or just enjoy the ride, GGPoker’s upcoming events promise another round of unforgettable moments. Join us next week as we bring you the highlights and celebrate the players who make each tournament a memorable battle.