Grosvenor Poker and the Amateur Poker Association & Tour (APAT) have teamed up for an exciting winter series, offering a total of £3,000 in added prizes. With two leaderboards in play, poker enthusiasts have the chance to earn a £1,500 UK Open seat, along with a host of other enticing rewards.
£3,000 in Prizes – Two Leaderboards to Compete In
This winter, you’ll be able to rack up points across two separate leaderboards: the Main and Mini leaderboards. The real thrill of this competition lies in the range of prizes, including UK Open seats and APAT Event tickets.
- Main Leaderboard: Compete in the £30 buy-in APAT Main Leaderboard tournament every Sunday, and your points could land you a UK Open seat worth £1,500.
- Mini Leaderboard: For a more casual, lower-stakes experience, the £5 APAT Mini Leaderboard tournament every Sunday is perfect. Here, you could earn a £250 UK Open Mini seat.
The leaderboards are in full swing every Sunday from December 22 through February 16. Players have nine chances to rack up valuable leaderboard points. With two different entry points, you can play at your own pace, even earning points in both leaderboards if your bankroll allows it.
When to Play and How to Earn Points
The competition is running for over two months, meaning there’s plenty of time to get involved. Each Sunday at 7:00 p.m., the tournaments will kick off, and you can earn points based on your finishing position. Whether you’re aiming for a top spot or just looking to accumulate points over several weeks, you’ll have ample opportunities to climb the ranks.
- Main Tournament (APAT Main Leaderboard): £30 buy-in
- Mini Tournament (APAT Mini Leaderboard): £5 buy-in
Both tournaments are a great way to engage with the poker community, sharpen your skills, and, of course, have a chance at big prizes. Points are awarded based on your finishing position, with the winner of each tournament scoring a hefty 100 points.
The APAT Winter Leaderboard Prizes Breakdown
The excitement doesn’t stop at the weekly tournaments. Both leaderboards will pay out rewards to the top ten players at the end of the series, following the final qualifying event on February 16. The prizes range from entry tickets to APAT events to coveted UK Open seats.
Main Leaderboard Prizes
- 1st place: £1,500 UK Open Seat
- 2nd place: £250 UK Open Seat
- 3rd place: £250 UK Open Seat
- 4th place: £110 APAT Event Ticket
- 5th place: £110 APAT Event Ticket
- 6th–10th place: 2 x £30 APAT Event Tickets
Mini Leaderboard Prizes
- 1st place: £250 UK Open Mini Seat
- 2nd place: £110 APAT Event Ticket
- 3rd place: 2 x £20 APAT Event Tickets
- 4th place: £30 APAT Event Ticket
- 5th place: £30 APAT Event Ticket
- 6th–10th place: 2 x £5 APAT Event Tickets
The prize pool is designed to reward players with a mix of smaller prizes and major event tickets, ensuring that both casual players and serious competitors are incentivised to keep pushing for a top spot.
How the Points System Works
The leaderboard points are awarded according to a straightforward system that rewards higher finishes with more points. Depending on your placement in the weekly tournaments, you could earn anywhere between five and 100 points.
- 1st place: 100 points
- 2nd place: 80 points
- 3rd place: 70 points
- 4th place: 60 points
- 5th place: 50 points
Even if you don’t win, you can still rack up points. Just showing up is worth five points, which can add up over time. Players who consistently perform well across several weeks could be rewarded with major prizes at the end of the series.
A Chance to Compete on a Bigger Stage
The £1,500 UK Open seat offered as a top prize on the Main Leaderboard is one of the most exciting aspects of this competition. Winning this prize gives you the chance to compete in one of the UK’s most prestigious poker events. For those who may not have the bankroll for the full event buy-in, securing a seat via the leaderboard is a great way to enter without breaking the bank.
Getting Involved in the APAT Winter Leaderboards
With two months of action and plenty of chances to get involved, this winter series is an opportunity that poker players won’t want to miss. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, the APAT Winter Leaderboards at Grosvenor Poker offer something for everyone. From the thrilling weekly tournaments to the top-tier prizes on offer, now’s the time to get your game face on.
