One final turbo flight ran today, giving players a last shot at securing a bag for Day 2. Media mogul Glenn Brown did just that, closing out Day 1d with a healthy 195,000 in chips. Poker.pro’s own Maureen Blochlinger also found a bag in the final flight, though her exact stack is still under wraps for now.
On top of that, Blochlinger snagged second place in the Tennessee Hold’em event, earning herself a silver plaque and a special care package to go with it.
Also bagging up chips in the final flight was Will Kassouf, joined by fellow Brit Karim Louis. Both players punched their ticket to Day 2 after a short break, with Louis perhaps most recognized for his role as a PartyPoker Ambassador—and his eco-minded mission through the Poker Against Plastic Pollution foundation. (Click the link to learn more, and stay tuned for our exclusive interview with Karim.)
Day 1f featured 18 levels of action, with 33 players making the money. The total prize pool climbed to £109,200, and one lucky survivor will walk away with £18,475. Blinds on Day 2 will run in 40-minute levels with a break every three levels. Stay tuned as the field plays down to a handful of players. Tomorrow a victor will be crowned, as the Main Event gets underway too.
