Saracen Casino Resort to Host First Poker Tour Series in Arkansas

Saracen Casino Resort will host the Arkansas Poker Classic from October 6 to 11 in Pine Bluff. The six-day series is presented in partnership with the Gulf Coast Poker Tour and marks the first time a poker tour has brought a tournament series to the state, according to Indian Gaming.

The schedule is headlined by a $600 Main Event with a $300,000 guarantee, five starting flights, and 40-minute levels from start to finish. Supporting tournaments include a $50,000 guaranteed Big Monster Stack, $20,000 guaranteed Big O, $20,000 guaranteed Pot Limit Omaha Championship, $10,000 guaranteed Ladies Event, $30,000 guaranteed Seniors Event, a Rookies Event, and additional qualifiers.

Event Schedule

The Arkansas Poker Classic begins Oct. 6 with the Seniors Event and Big O tournament. Main Event play begins Oct. 8, with five starting flights continuing through Oct. 10. Players who advance will return Oct. 11 for the Main Event restart.

Partnership Outlook

Bill Phillips of Gulf Coast Poker said: “There is a deep and thriving poker community in Arkansas that we are delighted to offer the Arkansas Poker Classic. This is the first time a poker tour has brought a series to the state, and we could not ask for a better partner in Saracen Casino Resort. Neal Atkinson and the casino will provide first-class amenities, a beautiful and spacious playing area, a brand-new hotel, and the intention to make Arkansas’ first series truly a Classic. We could not be more excited for this event. We think this is the beginning of a long and successful partnership, with our visits here becoming one of our best events of the year.”

The series leverages Saracen Casino Resort’s facilities to deliver the state’s inaugural tour event on the announced dates with the listed guarantees.

Reporting: Indian Gaming

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