Most poker players are sports fans in general. Considering the fact that the NFL has been playing games in Europe as of late, it is safe to say that a number of European poker players are as big a football fan as their American counterparts. Thanks to UltimateBet and Absolute Poker, holdem players may play Texas Holdem online for tickets to the National Football League’s biggest game of the year, Super Bowl XLIV. Even if you would rather have a kidney removed then sit through a three hour football game, participating in a UB/AP poker tournament may well result in a vacation to Florida during one of the coldest winters on record.
Ultimate Bet/Absolute Poker is offering three prize packages valued at $12,000 each to those who participate in one of their Super Bowl XLIV poker tournaments. Those who belly up to the poker table for a chance at this prize have the opportunity to win the following:
-- $2,000 cash for travel expenses
-- 4 nights accommodation at the Bold New Eden Roc (Feb. 4th-8th)
-- Limousine transport to and from the Dolphin Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL
-- Dinner for two at a top Miami restaurant (hosted by UB and Absolute Poker)
-- Exclusive VIP access and table service to a top Miami nightclub
This is something that should appeal to football fans as well as those who believe that something covered in pigskin is best served with applesauce instead of tossed around a field by 300lb men. Those who wish to play Texas Holdem online for their shot at this prize package won’t be emptying their piggy bank in order to play in these holdem events. Players can win a seat to the 'Touchdown' Main Event by playing in daily satellites for as little as $3. Those who want to skip the preliminaries and just want to go straight to the big poker table can buy into the Main Event for $200 + 15.
Satellite tournaments started on Sunday, January 3rd. Visit Absolute Poker or Ultimate Bet for details.
