WPT moves forward with WPT Prime

The World Poker Tour continues its development with the launch of WPT Prime, which combines the premier poker tournament experience of a WPT Main Tour stop with affordable buy-ins accessible to more players around the globe. The launch of WPT Prime means the retirement of the WPTDeepStacks brand, which began in 2014 and will officially sunset in mid-2022.

WPT Prime debuts with a trio of events in Asia during 2022, bolstering its upcoming live tournament schedule in one of the hottest markets in the poker industry. Players from around the world will attend WPT Prime events in Vietnam (May 19 – 30), Cambodia (August 11 – 23), and Taiwan (November 11 – 21) this year, highlighting a return to previously successful events across the continent. “Our continued efforts to improve the WPT live tournament experience will benefit more players than ever during Season XX,” said Cathy Zhao, who, as Senior Director of Global Tour Management, has overseen the development and implementation of the Prime product. “WPT Prime is the embodiment of our goal to provide the best possible poker tournament experience to players everywhere, and our strong relationships with our global partners will elevate the WPT experience around the world.”

 “In celebration of our 20-year anniversary, we are thrilled to be able to deliver the high-quality WPT Prime experience in the Asia Pacific region,” added Angelica Hael, VP of Global Tour Management. “As we announce more of our Season XX events around the world after a tumultuous period, we are absolutely delighted to be back in Vietnam, Cambodia and Taiwan. Now that international borders are opening up, the incredible hospitality of Crown Poker Club, NagaWorld Integrated Resort and Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Association will once again be on display for regional and global players.”

Furthermore, all WPT stops, both WPT Prime and WPT Main Tour, will feature a competition for Player of the Festival using a soon-to-be-announced proprietary scoring system. Each POF gets a trophy to signify their victory as well as additional prizes. And additional WPT Prime events will be added to the Season XX schedule in the coming weeks and months.