The last chapter of this year’s European Poker Tour was filled with exciting moments. The tournaments took place in a historic city in the Czech Republic, where thousands of participants lined up.
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Many records, such as the amount won in the EPT Main Event, were created and broken. Additionally, many surprises were in store when underdogs rivalled poker pros in master moves and quick decisions.
Here is a complete recap of EPT Prague 2024.
The 2024 European Poker Tour (EPT) ended on December 15 at the Hilton Prague, Czech Republic. The event was marked by high-stakes action, luxurious amenities, and Prague’s historic charm.
Like earlier years, EPT Prague attracted top players, amateurs, and fans from all across the world. It featured a spectacular lineup of tournaments, from prestigious High Roller events to accessible buy-ins.
The top attractions from the schedule were €1,100 Eureka Main Event, the €2,200 Eureka High Roller, and the €550 Eureka Cup.
EPT Prague 2024 was the final stop for this year’s European Poker Tour. Let’s find out what unravelled during this massive showdown.
The 11 days of action-packed poker matches were hosted at the Hilton Hotel in Prague. It is one of the most iconic stays in the city offering a royal experience for guests and players.
The Hilton Hotel is situated in the heart of the city, near the Vltava River.
The event ran from 4 – 15 December 2024, providing nearly two weeks of non-stop poker excitement.
The event was highlighted by thrilling tournaments back to back. Here are the standout events of the year:
The Main event was the jewel of EPT Prague 2024. Its deep structure and massive prize pool promised intense competition and exciting gameplay.
The buy-in was €5,300.
This was reserved for the high-stakes elites. Super High Roller delivered unmatched action as the world’s best players competed for glory and hefty payouts.
The buy-in was €50,000.
The High Roller is a favourite among seasoned professionals. It offered a shot at a significant payday with intense competition and strategic depth.
The buy-in was €25,000.
The EPT National was perfect for players seeking a lower buy-in. It attracted a diverse field and offered a more accessible path to EPT success.
The buy-in was €1,100.
The Mystery Bounty event added an element of surprise. Players won additional rewards by knocking out opponents.
Bounties ranged from modest amounts to massive sums. The buy-in was €5,000.
The Women’s Event was designed to celebrate and encourage female participation in poker. Female players from across the world participated in the event.
The buy-in was €330.
These events took place regularly throughout the festival. They were aimed at players who love fast-paced action.
It was the perfect way to enjoy short but thrilling tournaments. The buy-in varied between €550 to €2,100.
EPT Prague 2024 introduced a new mixed games schedule. It offered 2 – 7 and Big Bet on the last two days of the event.
The buy-in was €2,200.
This was another new addition to EPT at Prague. It was an invite-only event where PokerStars Spin & Go qualifiers played against special invitees.
EPT Prague 2024 offered several options for players to register and play in the event. They had to register mandatorily for a PSLive account online or at the registration desk.
Players could register for the tournaments via the PokerStars website or mobile app. On-site registration was also available at the Hilton venue.
The registration desks opened a few days before the scheduled events at the festival.
Players had to register with a valid ID or passport. They could pay for the buy-ins with cash, cards, or online payments.
Participants could qualify online through several PokerStars satellite tournaments. The buy-ins ranged from low to higher stakes.
Players even won entry packages that covered tournament buy-ins, accommodation, and travel expenses.
Are you curious to learn more about the winners? Below is a quick breakdown.
Event | Player | Won | Runner-Up |
€1,100 Eureka Main Event | Martin Tsvetanov | €4,49,034 | Gerald Karlic |
€10,200 Mystery Bounty | Andras Nemeth | €67,980 | Michail Manolakis |
€12,300 Cuatro Knockout | Yauheni Tsiareshchanka | €60,000 | Steve O’Dwyer |
€20,000 NL Hold’em | Thomas Santerne | €1,75,000 | Morten Klein |
€25,000 Super High Roller Warm Up | Espen Jorstad | €2,77,500 | Enrico Camosci |
€2,200 Eureka High Roller | Piotr Stzenkiel | €4,91,040 | Konstantyn Holskyi |
€50,000 EPT Super High Roller | Thomas Santerne | €3,85,725 | Niklas Astedt |
€5,300 EPT Main Event | Pedro Marques | €9,63,450 | Paul Runcan |
€3,000 EPT Mystery Bounty | Mats Ullereng | €2,65,560 | Grzegorz Kozieja |
€25,000 Super High Roller Second Chance | Thomas Santerne | €1,31,250 | Derk van Luijk |
€2,200 EPT Mixed Game Main Event | Paul Tedeschi | €44,884 | Ali Abdulzahra |
€10,300 EPT High Roller | Patrik Jaros | €5,73,500 | Nichan Khorchidian |
€10,200 NL Hold’em | Teun Mulder | €56,710 | Enrico Camosci |
Poker enthusiasts and fans had a fantastic experience at EPT Prague 2024. They could watch top players navigate high-stakes decisions and intense bluffing battles.
The Hilton ensured spectators could access comfortable seating and designated viewing areas near the tables. For major tournaments, large screens displayed table action and commentary.
Fans could watch most events for free, though some high-profile tournaments had limited access. Additionally, EPT has live-streamed marquee events, letting spectators experience the action from anywhere.
Below are a few tips if you want to visit the following year’s festival:
EPT Prague concludes the 20th year of the European Poker Tour 2024 season. Like this year, next year will be filled with awesome action and high-pitched matches.
So, check out the dates and get ready to witness top players battle it out at the table. EPT has a lineup of action-packed tournaments all through 2025 at different venues worldwide.
Pack your bags and register if you want to participate, or book your hotels if you are a spectator.