Slovakia's largest Mystery Bounty Main Event – that's the well-deserved title for this year's Winter Polish Poker Cup Main Event. With 3,839 entries, the prize pool soared to a whopping €489,472, which will be split between prize money and bounty rewards. The largest mystery bounty prize is set at €25,000, and there’s a strong chance someone will claim it today during Day 2.
Saturday saw the conclusion of the WPPC High Roller, which during its initial day attracted 249 entries, surpassing its original guarantee and allowing top players to share €84,660. The final eight were led by chipleader Vitalii Shcherba.
Ultimately, Shcherba settled for fifth place, pocketing €4,775. Victory went to Polish player Kacper Tadeusz Pawlowski, who navigated through tough competition and, without a deal, took home €19,035. Along with the cash prize, he claimed the champion's title and a beautiful trophy. Congratulations!
WPPC High Roller:
| # | Name | Payout |
| 1. | Kacper Tadeusz Pawlowski | €19,035 |
| 2. | Andrzej Maria Wanclaw | €12,125 |
| 3. | Jaroslaw Kamil Falkowski | €8,325 |
| 4. | Przemyslaw Radoslaw Klekot | €6,200 |
| 5. | Vitalii Shcherba | €4,775 |
| 6. | Oleh Vasylyuk | €3,675 |
| 7. | Michaud Tali Bellish | €2,925 |
| 8. | Sebastian Michal Szychulski | €2,350 |
Saturday undoubtedly ranks among the most intense playing days of any event, a fact that held true during the winter edition of the Polish Poker Cup. Three Saturday flights amassed a massive 1,587 entries, advancing 158 players. Today, they join the other qualifiers in the quest for the final. Day 2 starts at 14:00, culminating in the selection of the final table lineup. Best of luck to all contenders fighting for the Winter Polish Poker Cup Main Event title.
- Advancers WPPC Main Event €250,000 GTD – 1K: Entries: 710
- Advancers WPPC Main Event €250,000 GTD – 1L: Entries: 533
- Advancers WPPC Main Event €250,000 GTD – 1M Turbo: Entries: 344
More Exciting Events Ahead
The WPPC smoothly transitions into The Festival Winter Edition – Special (February 23 – March 1), a unique poker concept renowned for the widest mix of games and formats in Europe. RAZZ, HORSES, PLO, Sviten, 8-Game, and exclusive mixes make this festival a must-attend for enthusiasts who crave variety, fun, and an extraordinary atmosphere. The main event carries a €550 buy-in, and already over 200 qualifiers have registered.
Find the full tournament schedule here.
March kicks off with the 25th edition of the Norwegian Championships, returning this year with even more flair after last year's tremendous success. Massive participation is expected from Norwegian players, for whom this event is a heartfelt occasion and one of the largest national poker celebrations in Europe. The jubilee edition will draw hundreds of eager players ready to bring action to every table. The schedule also includes the open Main Event Poker North Masters, guaranteeing €300,000 for a €400 buy-in.
Find the full tournament schedule here.
