The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit, an eagerly anticipated regional poker tour, is set to kick off its 19th season at Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma, starting on July 19. Following the conclusion of the 2023 World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas, the WSOP Circuit promises an engaging season with 25 scheduled stops, including thrilling events and new additions to the tour schedule.
Highlight Events:
$1 Million Freeroll: The season will feature the return of the $1 million freeroll, building on the success of the previous season. WSOP gold ring winners from live or online circuit events until May 2024 will qualify for the exclusive Tournament of Champions event during the 2024 World Series of Poker at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas.
Choctaw Circuit Event: The tour will commence with the Choctaw Circuit Event, setting the stage for an action-packed season and the opportunity for poker enthusiasts to compete for prestigious WSOP gold rings.
Diverse Venues and New Stops:
Familiar Venues: While many venues will be familiar to poker enthusiasts, the tour introduces new stops at Graton Casino in Rohnert Park, California, and at Caesars Entertainment’s Horseshoe Hammond in Indiana, adding a fresh dimension to the WSOP Circuit experience.
Tour Continuity: The WSOP Circuit will unfold seamlessly, with Harrah’s Cherokee as the second stop on August 3, followed by a virtually nonstop series of events, creating a continuous poker experience until the final stop at Caesars Southern Indiana on May 9-20, 2024.
WSOP Excitement and Anticipated Records:
Historical Momentum: With the 2023 WSOP already breaking ten records, Ty Stewart, Senior Vice President and Executive Director of the WSOP, expresses optimism about the WSOP Circuit benefiting from this historical momentum.
Poker Hall of Fame Induction: Alongside the WSOP Circuit, attention is drawn to the Poker Hall of Fame finalists announced last week, with one new member set to be inducted during the 54th annual World Series of Poker.
As the WSOP Circuit embarks on its 19th season, poker enthusiasts can anticipate a thrilling series of events, high-stakes competitions, and the chance to witness history in the making. With new stops, a $1 million freeroll, and the enduring appeal of WSOP gold rings, the upcoming season promises to captivate poker aficionados across the country.