Play in the 2010 Irish Open
The 2010 Irish Open is fast approaching. The event is the longest running No Limit Texas Hold’em poker tournament in Europe and the second longest in the world after the World Series of Poker. Traditionally held over the Easter Weekend in Dublin, a city renowned for a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, not to mention the Guinness!
Dates for the event are 1-5th April 2010.
2009 winner, Christer Johansson took home the €600,000 first place prize. The well known cash game and limit specialist who plays under the handle ‘sendmemore’ battled through the 700 strong playing field which included poker stars such as Dan Harrington, Jamie Gold, Phil Laak, Marty Smyth, Ciaran O'Leary and Neil Channing.
Satellites for the Irish Open start on the 17 December, so if you want to play at this event and mingle with the pros, this is your chance.
Packages are valued at $7,500 and include:
- €3,200 + €300 buy in to the main event.
- 5 nights’ accommodation and breakfast at the Burlington Hotel in Dublin. April 1st – April 6th.
- $1,700 for flights and spending.
Satellite Structure
| Tournament | Time (ET) | Buy-in (fee included) | Prize Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Open Final | Sunday 4 PM | $268 | One Irish Open prize pack per $7,500 in the prize pool. |
| Irish Open Semi-Final Satellite | Daily 2:40 PM & 8:40 PM | $27 | One Irish Open Final seat per $268 in the prize pool. |
| Irish Open Semi-Qualifier | Daily | $5.50 | One Irish Open Semi-Final seat per $27 in the prize pool. |
| Irish Open Semi-Qualifier | Daily | $3.30 | One Irish Open Semi-Final seat per $27 in the prize pool. |
Check the poker lobby for satellite changes. Click here for the land based terms and conditions.
Click here for the 2009 results.