Winamax is preparing to present another remarkable event with the 2024 WPO Bratislava as poker keeps growing internationally. Highly awaited on the French poker calendar, this famous event will be held in the beautiful Slovakian city from September 23–29, providing an exciting range of competitions. Again, thousands of gamers converging at the sophisticated Crowne Plaza Bratislava are expected for the week-long event.
The eagerly awaited €500 Main Event heading the series could draw an amazing attendance. Apart from the Main Event, several more fascinating contests will keep the action running. Besides, Gus Hansen, the freshly signed Winamax Ambassador and poker master, will be playing to provide players with a once-in-a-lifetime chance to challenge their abilities against the High Stakes Poker icon.
WPO Bratislava 2024: Complete Schedule
Finally, Monday, September 23, the WPO Bratislava will start with a range of activities to fit any player’s taste. Here is a glimpse of some of the first occurrences:
| Date | Time | Event | Buy-in | Starting Stack |
| Mon, Sep 23 | 16:00 | Colossus KO – 1A | €150 | 25,000 |
| Mon, Sep 23 | 19:00 | Satellite for Hit & Run Battle Royale | €100 | 17,000 |
| Mon, Sep 23 | 20:00 | Colossus KO – 1B (Turbo) | €150 | 25,000 |
| Mon, Sep 23 | 21:00 | Sprint – Monday | €100 | 20,000 |
| Mon, Sep 23 | 23:59 | Midnight Deglingo | €10 | — |
The 2024 WPO Bratislava is a poker player’s dream, with 35 fantastic events booked. From cheap buy-in events to high-stakes contests, there is something for every degree of competitor.
WPO Bratislava: Dream High for the Main Event
The €500 Main Event will be the focus of all eyes, maybe breaking the world record for highest attendance in a six-max style competition. Set for September 25–29, this short-handed clash guarantees several Day 1 flights and re-entry choices, raising the stakes to match the thrill.
With 2,221 registered participants, the 2024 edition seeks to surpass the previous record established in 2022, marking the biggest six-max live event in history. Deividas Daubaris defeated Adrien Guyon in a fierce heads-up fight at Banco Casino, claiming the top prize of €120,000. Reaching €977,240, the prize pool is the biggest in Slovakian poker history.
Players will have to turn up in great numbers to top this record, but the 2024 Main Event is set to exceed all expectations with the mix of low buy-in, outstanding structure, and the attraction of a massive prize pool.
Extra Highlights
Although the Main Event is the crown gem, numerous other prestigious events will keep athletes busy all through the week:
- Battle Royale September 24–25; buy-in €750
- Monster Stack September 24–29; €300 buy-in
- September 28–29 High Roller: Buy-in €1,000
- Sunday Mystery Bounty on September 29; buy-in €200.
Reasonable Satellite Prospects
Furthermore, satellite events are the best option for players looking to guarantee their place in the Main Event without making significant investments. For about €10, these satellites provide a reasonably cheap approach to getting a desired seat. The satellite schedule guarantees players plenty of chances to compete for a Main Event package, enabling everyone to dream of participating in a significant event.
The satellites are broken out here:
- €10 buy-in + rebuys: Available on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 21:15 CET, with a chance to win 1 Main Event package worth €1,500.
- €125 buy-in: Available Sunday and Monday at 21:15 CET for 1 Main Event package.
- €50 buy-in: Available on Thursday at 21:15 CET for 1 Main Event entry.
What’s in the €1,500 WPO Bratislava Main Event Package?
- €500 buy-in to the WPO Bratislava Main Event.
- Six nights’ accommodation at the Crowne Plaza (September 24-30), including breakfast for two people.
- €230 in cash for transportation and taxes (payable at the hotel).
With such appealing bundles, satellite winners may have a whole poker experience without going broke. There are also seat-only satellites that provide €500 for Main Event buy-in.
Review of Previous Year’s Activities
Martin Bartos emerged as the champion from a field of 1,577 candidates, making for an exciting WPO Bratislava. Outstanding a gifted final table included some well-known players, the Slovak player grabbed the title and a hefty €100,000 top prize.
Both making long runs, Winamax Ambassadors Davidi Kitai and Leo Margets were among the stars. Taking earning €28,000, Pierre Neuville, a 2015 WSOP Main Event finalist, came in fourth place. The 2023 WPO Main Event paid out the top 271 players from a prize fund of €693,880 ($741,555).
2023 WPO Bratislava €500 Main Event Final Table Results
| Rank | Player | Country | Prize |
| 1 | Martin Bartos | Slovakia | €100,000 |
| 2 | Richard Miklosovic | Slovakia | €64,500 |
| 3 | Victor Fryda | France | €42,000 |
| 4 | Pierre Neuville | Belgium | €28,000 |
| 5 | Victor Hoogstoel | France | €21,000 |
| 6 | Davidi Kitai | Belgium | €16,000 |
| 7 | Leo Margets | Spain | €12,300 |
Winamax: A Giant of Poker
Among Europe’s top online poker rooms, Winamax has a long history of planning some of the greatest six-handed poker competitions worldwide. Apart from the WPO, the business organises the Winamax SISMIX, another big poker tournament.
Winamax keeps pushing the envelope, introducing fresh ideas and thrills to poker aficionados, but it has a perfect name for providing top-notch poker experiences. Guaranturing an action-packed week of poker both players and supporters alike won’t want to miss, the 2024 WPO Bratislava is likely to be another gem in their crown.
