The World Series of Poker Circuit schedule for 2010-2011 has been released and there are many big changes in store for the seventh season of the tour. The Circuit will feature at least 12 tour stops in the United States, with a handful of others expected to be announced in the coming months. Four of those events will feature a buy-in of $10,000 as Super Regional Championships, and for the first time the WSOP Circuit will venture into international waters with an event scheduled to take place in South Africa from October 26-31.
“We recognized the WSOP Circuit events needed a shot in the arm, and we believe we’ve responded with steroids,” said WSOP Vice President Ty Stewart. “The new model is exactly what the WSOP is all about, giving poker players of all bankrolls the chance for compete for the kind of fame, fortune and respect that comes only with a WSOP bracelet and a national television audience.”
Here is the break down of the major changes for the new season:
- A cumulative rankings system throughout the season, awarding points for each official WSOP Circuit “Ring” open event.
- A season-ending National Championship tournament for 100 players who automatically qualify via cumulative rankings or performance-based criteria. (The televised National Championship tournament will be played at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas prior to the commencement of the 2011 WSOP and features a $1,000,000 prize pool and will award a WSOP gold bracelet).
- Four regional WSOP Circuit Championships with a $10,000 buy-in event plus two-hours of national television coverage per stop.
- Standardized structures and pay-outs at all events; with the main event lowered to $1,500 outside Super Regional Championships to encourage larger fields and more players attending multiple stops on the tour.
Here is a look at the 2010-11 WSOP Circuit schedule:
NOTE: Bold indicates $10,000 Super Regional Event. South Africa event does not count toward point system tabulation.
Aug. 19-31, 2010: Horseshoe Council Bluffs
Oct. 2-12, 2010: Horseshoe Southern Indiana
Oct. 15-27, 2010: Horseshoe Hammond (Chicago Area)
Oct. 26-31, 2010: Emerald Casino (South Africa)
Oct. 28-Nov. 10, 2010: IP Casino and Resort (Biloxi, MS)
Nov. 11-23, 2010: Harvey’s Lake Tahoe
Dec. 4-22, 2010: Harrah’s Atlantic City
Jan. 27-Feb. 15, 2011: Harrah’s Tunica
Mar. 2-13, 2011: Caesars Atlantic City
Mar. 11-30, 2011: Harrah’s Rincon (San Diego Area)
Mar. 31-Apr. 13, 2011: Harrah’s St Louis
Apr. 14-30, 2011: Caesars Palace
May 9-22, 2011: Harrah’s New Orleans
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