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The £1Million Buy-in in Triton's London stop in 2019 makes it the biggest buy-in tournament in poker history and lends a helping hand for charity. The buy-in for the BIG ONE for ONE DROP at $1 million, remains the largest ever for a poker event. There will be no rake or house fees to operate the event, and $111,111 of each buy-in will be taken out as a charitable donation to ONE DROP. Thus, $888,889 goes directly into the prize pool.
Minutes before the €111,111 High Roller for One Drop No-Limit Hold'em event resumed at the World Series of Poker Europe on Saturday, WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart made a big announcement regarding the 2018 series in Las Vegas next summer.
'The WSOP's partnership with the One Drop foundation started with the Big One for One Drop back in 2012,' Stewart said. 'And I'm happy to announce that the Big One for One Drop will return next summer for the 2018 WSOP from July 15-17. I'm looking forward to seeing some of you there.'
The seven-figure buy-in event will return to Las Vegas after a four-year hiatus for its fourth-ever edition. The event will be capped at 48 players and once again, the WSOP will waive their fee so the entire $111,111 entry fee for each participant goes directly to the One Drop Foundation.
A Fruitful Partnership
The One Drop foundation is committed to providing sustainable safe water access to communities in need worldwide. The WSOP and One Drop began a partnership in 2012 which has raised over $20 million for the charity, started by Cirque du Soleil's founder Guy Laliberté. The Big One for One Drop has accounted for nearly $14 million of that contribution, and the event in Las Vegas in 2018 will further add to that figure.
Through the $1 million buy-in Big One for One Drop, the Little One for One Drop and the High Roller for One Drop, 11,000 unique players who have participated thereby contributing to the amazing amount that the partnership has raised for One Drop. Laliberté commented in the WSOP press release about the importance of the Big One and the partnership with the WSOP for One Drop.
“The Big One is an important landmark in the history of poker. Players that I meet here and there remind me on a constant basis that this history lives on and that they want to be a part of it. The thrill to compete for the chance of walking away with millions all the while contributing to an important cause - providing safe water access globally – has given strong roots to the event.
'I am currently working on a new major fundraising initiative that is tapping into another very important passion of mine and that will be announced soon. This leaves me with less time for poker, but I’m confident that after three editions, the Big One is mature enough to live without a big involvement on my part.'
During the announcement at the WSOPE, Stewart commented, 'I remember in 2012 people said that a $1 million buy-in tournament was crazy. They also then said that you couldn't have 11% juice on a mid-stakes tournament; that's crazy! Or have a $10 million guaranteed One Drop in Rozvadov!
'However, what is truly crazy is that to date we have raised more than $20 million because of the generosity of you all, which makes us one of the biggest charitable partnerships in the world.
'For anyone who says that poker players aren't charitable it's just truly amazing. That motivates us that there should be no end in sight.'
The first three versions of the Big One for One Drop took place in 2012, 2014 and 2016, with the first two at the Rio in Las Vegas and the most recent one in Monaco. It has attracted 86 unique players, with 22 players who have played in two or more. Here is a look at the three winners to date.
| Year | Casino | City | Entries | Winner | 1st-Place Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas | 48 | Antonio Esfandiari | $18,346,673 |
| 2014 | Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas | 42 | Daniel Colman | $15,306,668 |
| 2016 | Casino de Monte Carlo | Monaco | 28 | Elton Tsang | €11,111,111 |
Who Will Participate?
Stewart introduced at the WSOPE High Roller for One Drop the first entry into the 2018 Big One for One Drop: King's Casino owner Leon Tsoukernik.
Tsoukernik responded, 'I know you all want to participate in this beautiful event, and I'm waiting for you all in Vegas. Thank you!'
In the WSOP press release, Tsoukernik elaborated on his support for One Drop.
“I had the opportunity to work closely with One Drop around the World Series of Poker Europe this year and to get acquainted with Guy, and this made me understand the unparalleled importance of the cause of water.
'I am a father of two and it really struck me when I heard that every 90 seconds a child dies from a water-borne disease. We all need to do something about it. Me, I have decided to do what I am best at: bringing people together to play poker. I am not only the first player to put his name on the list. I have also promised Guy that I will pick-up the phone to make sure the enthusiasm for the Big One translates once again into a great success for the charity.”
The remaining 47 competitors remain to be determined and players can reserve their seat for the Big One for One Drop event at the 2018 World Series of Poker July 15-17 on a first-come first-serve basis with a non-refundable $50,000 deposit by July 1. Interested players should contact Alexandre Meunier at One Drop ([email protected]) or Gregory Chochon at WSOP ([email protected]).
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A Helping Hand for Charity
From August 1 - 3, 2019
VENUE
London Hilton on Park Lane Grand Ballroom
Address: 22 PARK LANE, LONDON, W1K 1BE, UNITED KINGDOM
TOURNAMENT
- The seat draw will take place on the evening prior to Day 1 of the tournament.
- All chips will be put in play at the start and players will be required to take their seats at the very beginning of the tournament.
- All Invitation Holders will be separated from the Guests in the seat draw and remain separated until the end of Level 6.
- At the completion of Level 6 a new seat draw will take place balancing as equally as possible Invitation Holders and Guests at the tables. Tournament staff will attempt to maintain this balance when balancing/breaking tables until completion of Day 1.
- At the end of Day 1 a new random seat draw will take place combining the entire field and disregarding any previous criteria. Seat allocation will be at random until the end of the tournament.
- Each Invitation Holder will be separated from their own Guest until we’ll reach the Final Table
- Players will not be allowed to cover any part of their body from the neck up. This includes, but is not limited to, wearing scarves, funnel neck sweatshirts, turtle neck jumpers, hats/caps. The only exception will be made for sunglasses and hats that do not cover/hide any part of the face at any time due to stage lighting. Hoodies are not recommended to follow the rules above. A formal suit will be required to be worn at the Final Table (9 players remaining).
REGISTRATION
A committee will gather and decide if a player falls into the category of
Recreational Player/Businessman ( INVITATIONS )
Or
Guest Player/ Professional Poker Player ( GUESTS )
- Only Invitation Holders will be allowed to deposit £50,000 and secure their seat. After the committee accepts the registration of an Invitation Holder, he/she can then appoint one Guest that will be able to deposit a further £50,000 to secure his/her seat.
- After depositing the initial £50,000 a player (Invitation Holder or Guest) must complete his/her registration payment to reach the total buy-in amount of £1,050,000 prior to the start of the Festival.
- A potential Guest can express his/her interest in playing the tournament and his/her name will be added to a waiting list that will be shared with the Businessmen who have already registered.
- After a player’s seat is confirmed, the player must give full consent for the committee to share his/her name on the list of confirmed attendees for the event.
- The £50,000 deposit is non-refundable and will be donated to Charity in case of a no-show.
Participants
Invites
Businessman/ Recreational Player | Professional Player |
|---|---|
Paul Phua | Tom Dwan |
Richard Yong | Daniel Cates |
Stanley Choi | David Peters |
Wai Kin Yong | Rui Cao |
Bobby Baldwin | Jason Koon |
Cary Katz | Bryn Kenney |
Liang Yu | Mikita Badziakouski |
Ivan Leow | Timofey Kuznetsov |
Rob Yong | Sam Trickett |
Alfred DeCarolis | Stephen Chidwick |
Chin Wei Lim | Wai Leong Chan |
Chow Hing Yaung | Cristoph Vogelsang |
Pat Madden | Nick Petrangelo |
Talal Shakerchi | Igor Kurganov |
Sosia Jiang | Sam Greenwood |
Qiang Wang | Elton Tsang |
Zang Shu Nu | Tan Xuan |
Antanas Guoga | Fedor Holz |
Leon Tsoukernik | Martin Kabrhel |
Orpen Kisacikoglu | Matthias Eibinger |
Ferdinand Putra | Justin Bonomo |
Andrew Pantling | Andrew Robl |
Bill Perkins | Dan Smith |
Rick Salomon | Vivek Rajkumar |
Winfred Yu | Danny Tang |
Ben Wu | Michael Soyza |
Haralabos Voulgaris | Timothy Adams |
PAYMENTS
For deposits and payment options, please email us at register@triton-series.com
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CONTACT US
If you are a pro player interested in joining the TRITON MILLION but do not currently have an invitation, please complete this contact form
ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSFER
We are pleased to offer complimentary accommodation for invited players and guest players who confirm their attendance before the event and subject to the following terms and conditions:
- Accommodation is complimentary for stay period between 30-July to 3-August inclusive of 3 nights stay. Extension of complimentary accommodation is available up to 9-August inclusively with a maximum stay of 10 night stay in total. Advanced booking is highly recommended.
- Complimentary accommodation is applicable for Hilton Guest Rooms. Upgrade options is subject to availability upon request and will incur additional cost on guest account.
- Confirmation of attendance and room requirements must be sent to Triton VIP Services as soon as possible.
- Upon check-in, players will need to present a valid credit card or cash deposit for incidentals of £100 per night.
- Extension of hotel room after 9-July is subject to availability and will incur additional cost on guest account. Different rates may apply.
- Check-In time is at 15:00. Early Check-In is subject to availability upon request and may incur an additional cost of (1) room night.
- Check Out time is at 12:00. Late check-out is subject to availability upon request and may incur an additional cost based on actual check-out time.
- Complimentary accommodation is inclusive of daily English Breakfast for (1) served at Podium Restaurant.
- Complimentary accommodation is inclusive of (1) complimentary Airport Pick-Up, and (1) complimentary Drop-Off service. Advanced booking is required.
- Exceptions for all above conditions will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFICIARIES
Healthy Hong Kong
(£106,000)
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DonateCaring For Children Foundation
(£106,000)
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DonateCredit One World Charity Foundation
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DonateOne Drop Foundation
(£405,000)
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DonateCaritas Macau
(£106,000)
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DonateSarawak Children's Cancer Society
(£125,000)
Malaysia
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DonateSoi Ian Charity Association
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DonateBahamas Relief Effort
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Bahamas