The Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Manila 2024 is currently taking place at the luxurious Okada Manila in the Philippines. This prestigious event, which runs from July 14 to August 5, features 67 exciting tournaments, drawing poker enthusiasts from around the globe. With many standout performances, particularly from Indian players, the series has already become a memorable chapter in the poker calendar.
The Venue: Okada Manila
Okada Manila, known for its opulence and grandeur, serves as the perfect backdrop for this high-profile poker tournament. The casino’s sprawling gaming floor and world-class amenities provide an exceptional environment for players and spectators alike.
The Tournament Schedule
The APPT Manila 2024 spans nearly a month, offering a diverse range of events from high-stakes tournaments to hyper-turbo sprints. The series is designed to cater to players of all skill levels and preferences, ensuring an inclusive and action-packed competition.
Indian Triumphs: A Closer Look at Recent Victories
Animesh Jain’s Breakthrough Win
- Event: Event #12: ₱15K Win The Button – Hyper Turbo
- Date: July 25
- Achievement: Animesh Jain outlasted 22 entries to secure his first live title.
- Prize: ₱121,000
Event Results:
- Animesh Jain – ₱121,000
- Suresh Mylavarapu – ₱76,000
- Naoki Tomiyama – ₱51,000
- Himawari Narita – ₱33,688
Jain’s victory marks a significant milestone in his poker career, highlighting his skill in high-pressure situations.
Rishi Karamchandani’s Maiden Title
- Event: Event #17: ₱20K Bubble Rush
- Date: July 26
- Achievement: Karamchandani clinched his first title and a share of ₱127,864 after a heads-up deal.
- Prize: ₱127,864
Event Results:
- Rishi Karamchandani – ₱127,864
- Joseph Talamayan – ₱127,864
- Zeng Fangui – ₱67,000
- Czardy Rivera – ₱48,000
- Jiyeon Sun – ₱39,000
Pratik Modi’s Record-Breaking Achievement
- Event: Event #36: ₱15K Super Deep
- Date: July 30
- Achievement: Modi overcame a field of 333 entries to win his first live title and achieve a career-best prize.
- Prize: ₱670,000
Final Table Results:
- Pratik Modi – ₱670,000
- Eugene Habab – ₱670,000
- Suya Lee – ₱365,000
- Rene Mar David – ₱280,000
- Hatim Abdul Hussein – ₱215,000
- Kaoru Nozaki – ₱165,000
- Jose (Jojo) Cheung – ₱130,000
- Jooree Kim – ₱110,000
- Poong Kihyun – ₱92,732
Vinayak Bajaj’s Impressive Runs
- Event #23: ₱70K PokerStars Red Dragon
- Finish: 10th
- Prize: ₱439,000
- Event #27: ₱8.2K PokerStars Red Dragon Qualifier WYS at 100K Chips
- Finish: 10th
- Prize: ₱70,000
- Event #47: Main Event Mega Qualifier – WYS at 80K Chips
- Finish: 14th
- Prize: ₱80,000
Event Winner: South Korea’s Hoin Kwak – ₱139,834
Siddharth Mishra’s Steady Play
- Event #1: ₱7.5K Early Bird ₱1 Million GTD
- Finish: 15th
- Prize: ₱16,500
- Event #27: ₱15K Super Deep
- Finish: 29th
- Prize: ₱32,000
- Event #45: PokerStars Player Special
- Finish: 6th
- Prize: ₱52,000
Event Winner: Aldous Jan Formanes – ₱52,000
Dhaval Mudgal’s Continued Success
- Event 8: APPT Open – ₱20M GTD
- Finish: 36th
- Prize: ₱125,000
- Event 20: APPT National – ₱10M GTD
- Finish: 36th
- Prize: ₱75,000
- Event 23: PokerStars Red Dragon – ₱25M GTD
- Finish: 55th
- Prize: ₱120,000
- Event 42: Six Handed ₱1M GTD
- Finish: 19th
- Prize: ₱31,000
The APPT Manila 2024 has delivered spectacular poker action and has been a showcase of skill, strategy, and determination. Indian players have shone brightly, setting new standards and achieving notable successes. With the tournament still ongoing, the excitement and anticipation continue to build, promising even more thrilling moments and exceptional performances.
Stay tuned for more updates as the APPT Manila 2024 unfolds and more poker stars emerge from this dazzling series.