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ST. JOHN'S, Antigua, /PRNewswire/ -- BetHoldem.com, a leading online poker website, has launched its newest tournament tagged "The Fearsome Foursome."
This innovative tournament will offer three lucky BetHoldem.com customers the chance to be a part of an exclusive group of first-class players, which includes Poker Room Manager and two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) contender, Alex Jagodik. The group will represent BetHoldem.com in six world-class WSOP Poker Tournaments across the U.S.A. -- all expenses paid.
Team members must finish in the money at each individual tournament to secure sponsorship to their next event, otherwise, they will be removed from the team, and a qualifying tournament will be opened to another round of BetHoldem players to fill the open spot on the team. Disqualified team members also have a chance to re-qualify. All players who participate in this tourney receive a 10% stake in the Fearsome Foursome.
"This is our most exciting tournament yet," said Alex Jagodik, Poker Room Manager at BetHoldem.com. "We have seen a huge increase in tournament registrations since we launched the tournament on September 1." When asked about the "The Fearsome Foursome" team members, Alex replied, "The tournament name speaks for itself; we are looking for the cream of the crop to be ambassadors for BetHoldem.com at the Grand Circuit WSOP tournaments."
BetHoldem.com will be running qualifying tournaments every Sunday during the month of September to choose the team members for the first Grand Circuit WSOP event, being held at the Caesar's Indiana near Chicago Illinois, October 30 - November 2.
For more information on qualifying for the "The Fearsome Foursome," please visit http://www.betholdem.com/fearsome.asp .
About BetHoldem.com Betholdem.com is a full-service online poker room, which operates on the PrimaPoker network, one of the largest online poker networks in the world. Fully licensed and regulated in St. John's, Antigua, BetHoldem.com offers a complete suite of poker games, including Texas Hold'em Poker, Omaha, Seven- Card Stud, Five-Card Stud and 1-On-1 Poker. BetHoldem.com has positioned itself in one of the fastest growing markets in the gaming industry by providing an exceptional product, unparalleled 24/7 customer support and timely payouts. BetHoldem.com is a proud member of the BetCorp group of companies, which is the third largest wagering company by turnover listed on the Australian Stock Exchange Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) under the symbol BCL. With over ten years of experience, the BetCorp Group offers a complete range of online gaming products and more than 150 betting options daily through its portfolio of companies and managed services -- BetHoldem.com, WagerOnSports.com, Cybersportsbook.com, BetBet.com, BetCasino.com and BetWWTS.com.
World Poker Tour Lets TV Fans Become Tournament Players Through www.WPTonline.com
WPT Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq:WPTE) today announced the UK launch of its WORLD POKER TOUR(TM) (WPT) branded real-money gaming website. WPTonline.com makes participation in the WPT phenomenon possible the world over. The website serves to compliment its unprecedented poker broadcast success, professional merchandise range, UK mobile phone gaming and the renowned WPT Boot Camp.
So far the UK poker phenomenon has been dominated by purely online play, but America's largest poker brand brings with it a series of high-stakes poker tournaments aired on TV all over the world, professional training, educational poker games, fun gadgets/toys and professional quality home play equipment.
WPTonline.com, WPT is offering free entry to a Level 1 Satellite Tournament, giving players the chance to earn their way into a $5000 - $15000 World Poker Tour Tournament. Historically WPT tournaments have been populated purely by professional players due to the large buy in amounts and standard of play, now people can improve their game online/ on their phone/ or on a hand held game and compete online.
Broadcast in over 160 countries and territories, WPT has a huge following and is the highest rated show on the Travel Channel in the US. In the UK WPT is screened on the Challenge TV channel and WPT is currently in talks with other TV channels to introduce WPT to prime time screening, which will further heighten interest in the game.
WPTonline.com offers players unique promotions based on the WPT franchise, creating a seamless community between internet and television. According to Steve Lipscomb, President and CEO of WPT Enterprises, Inc, "WPT aims to be the 'People's Choice' for poker. We want to give our WPTonline.com players every opportunity to participate in the entire WPT experience, which is why our online players will be afforded premiere opportunities to enter WPT land-based tournaments as well as WPT Invitational events."
WPT Quick Fact File
- World Poker Tour is a series of high-stakes poker tournaments televised in over 160 countries and territories
- WPT has a UK online site - www.wptonline.com
- WPT has its own mobile play game in the UK
- Aside from the Travel channel, WPT is negotiating with a major UK broadcaster to bring WPT to UK screens very soon
- WPT has professional, educational and 'gadgety' merchandise ranges
WPT Boot Camps are famous in the US. Professional players teach you how to play like a pro in a two or three day retreat package. WPT Boot Camp plans to move to the UK, January 2006.
Regulation: In order to provide a safe and secure experience to its players, WPTonline.com offers a fully regulated online gaming experience. WPTonline.com is hosted out of Alderney, in the British Channel Islands, and is regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission. The system is rigorously tested and monitored to ensure that the player, has a fair and secure experience. WPTonline.com features a customised version of the WagerWorks Poker Software. Designed with WPT's guidance, the software showcases a completely new graphic package to match the WPT television experience as well as advanced game features catering to the avid poker player.
About WPT Enterprises, Inc. WPT Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WPTE) is a company engaged in the creation of internationally branded entertainment and consumer products driven by the development, production, and marketing of televised programming based on gaming themes. WPTE is the creator of the WORLD POKER TOUR(R), a television show based on a series of high-stakes poker tournaments that airs on the Travel Channel in the United States and more than 100 countries and territories globally. WPT Enterprises currently licenses its brand to companies in the business of poker equipment and instruction, apparel, publishing, electronic and wireless entertainment, DVD/home entertainment, casino games, and giftware. For show information, tools for improving poker play, and other WPT news, fans may log on to www.worldpokertour.com. The company is also engaged in the sale of corporate sponsorships. WPT Enterprises, Inc. is a majority owned subsidiary of Lakes Entertainment, Inc. Media information can be found online at: www.worldpokertour.com/media.
About WagerWorks WagerWorks develops, markets and operates a complete Internet gaming solution that enables established consumer-oriented companies to leverage their operating expertise and brand equity online. As a veteran of the traditional casino industry, WagerWorks adheres to the highest standards imposed by the various regulatory and control authorities. Founded in April of 2000 the company has implemented a broad line of products with unparalleled integrity and unmatched quality. With premier titles such as Monopoly (TM), Wheel of Fortune(R) and a robust Multiplayer poker product, WagerWorks is the industry leader in creating casino games. www.wagerworks.com.
WPTEG The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "safe harbor" for forward-looking statements. Certain information included in this press release (as well as information included in oral statements or other written statements made or to be made by WPT Enterprises, Inc.) contains statements that are forward-looking, such as statements relating to the expansion of WPTE's brand licensing, the development of new television and film projects, the development of WPTE corporate sponsors and other business development activities, as well as statements regarding other capital spending, financing sources and the effects of competition. Such forward-looking information involves important risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect anticipated results in the future and, accordingly, such results may differ from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of WPTE. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, WPTE's significant dependence on the Travel Channel as a source of revenue; the potential that our television programming will fail to maintain a sufficient audience; the risk that competitors with greater financial resources or marketplace presence might develop television programming that would directly compete with WPTE's television programming; the risk that WPTE may not be able to protect its entertainment concepts, current and future brands and other intellectual property rights; risks associated with future expansion into new or complementary businesses; the termination or impairment of WPTE's relationships with key licensing and strategic partners; and WPTE's dependence on its senior management team.
For more information, review WPTE's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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ISLE OF MAN, UK -- The Prima Network, the world's largest online poker network, celebrates the selection of six of its top operators to the 2005 eGaming Review "Power 50" list.
Bet365, Expekt, Mr. Bookmaker, Trident Poker, Carmen Media (The Gaming Club), and Fortune Lounge (Royal Vegas Poker) all earned top honors. The list, which annually ranks the most powerful companies in the online gaming sector, seeks to determine which names hold the strongest influence over industry trends and will make the greatest advancements in the coming year.
eGaming Review notes, "It is not about who excited the financial markets the most, who garners the most headlines and not necessarily who makes the most money." The Power 50 are the most internationally focused and influential companies in the industry.
To access these card rooms, go to:
-- Bet365: http://www.Bet365.com -- Expekt: http://www.expekt.com -- Mr. Bookmaker: http://www.mrbookmaker.com -- Trident Poker: http://www.tridentpoker.com -- The Gaming Club: http://www.gamingclub.com -- Royal Vegas Poker: http://www.royalvegaspoker.com
"We are exceptionally proud of these card rooms for their outstanding performance, global reach and most importantly, dedication to their players," said Prima Network CEO Roger Raatgever. "This is a testament to the strength, equity and longevity of the Prima Network as we continue to attract the most sophisticated poker operators in the world."
Powered by Microgaming, the recognized leader in the development of interactive gaming systems, Prima provides a network advantage that enhances the quality of service for online card rooms and their players. The placement of five separate card rooms on the most distinguished list within the online gaming industry indicates the capabilities and benefits provided by The Prima Network. Having recently added three new card rooms to the network, Prima has undergone a growth rate of more than 300 percent over the last year and remains highly regarded by industry analysts as the premier network at the forefront of the gaming industry.
About The Prima Network The Prima Network is the world's largest online poker network. Powered by Microgaming software, the leading developer of Internet gaming systems, The Prima Network licenses to more than forty card rooms worldwide to form a global poker network. The Prima Network ensures that a critical mass of online poker players and a wide variety of games and tournaments are available at all times. Sought by online poker players and operators, The Prima Network seal is a symbol of quality, representing the highest standards in online poker play, fairness, and credibility. For more information, please visit www.primapoker.com.
Contact: Media Contacts: Chris Capra Kerry Johnson Lotus Public Relations 212-922-5885
