Casino Player November 2022

MILLION DOLLAR HEATER POKER SERIES RETURNS TO BEAU RIVAGE RESORT & CASINO

B eau Rivage Resort & Casino presents the highly anticipated 10th annual Million Dollar Heater, Jan. 5–16, 2023. The Million Dollar Heater is a poker players’ dream come true with $1.6 million in guaran teed prize pools and 65 tables.The schedule starts with a $750,000 guaranteed event with an entry fee of $400, and the Main Event fea tures a $500,000 guaranteed prize pool with an entry fee of $1,200.There will be 11 tour nament events and multiple satellites to those tournaments,with entry fees from $120 up to

“The Million Dollar Heater has been set ting Mississippi records for the highest num ber of entries in a single event since 2017,”said Beau Rivage Poker RoomManagerAdam Nash. “Our guests have been asking and we couldn’t be more excited to bring the Million Dollar Heater back to Beau Rivage.With updated tour nament structures,game variations,and higher guarantees than ever before, the Million Dollar Heater has something to offer poker players of all skill levels.” Registration begins at 3 p.m. Jan.5 on the

$1,200. During the Million Dollar Heater, there will be daily events with exciting game formats including No Limit Hold’em, Limit Omaha 8 or Better, Six Max No Limit Hold’em and more.A special Seniors $50,000 guaranteed event with an entry fee of $400 will take place on Jan.10 and a $100,000 guaranteed Mystery Bonus Triple Stack with a $400 fee will take place Jan. 9 & 10.The $50,000 guaranteed Freezeout with a $1,200 entry fee will take place Jan. 11 & 12.

Beau Rivage convention level and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. be ginning Friday, Jan.6.Play and stay with a special $99 weekday and $179 weekend room rates. Players can book reservations for one of the resort’s newly remod eled rooms by calling 888.567.6667 or visiting www.beaurivage.com.

GrandVictoria Casino Elgin Celebrates Opening of its New Caesars Sportsbook andWorld Series of Poker Room

G randVictoria Casino Elgin in Elgin, IL,debuted its new Caesars Sportsbook andWorld Series of Poker Room on Oct.21 with a grand opening that featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony and special guest appearance byWorld Series of Poker Main Event Champion and Poker Hall of Fame inductee Chris Moneymaker. “We are proud to officially open this luxurious space for sports and poker fans who visit our property,”said Rolando Guerrero,senior vice president and general manager of Grand Victoria Casino Elgin. “We wanted to create a comfortable space where guests may enjoy sporting events and live poker in a well-appointed environment com plete with world-class amenities.” The 2,100-square-foot sportsbook features three betting win dows and five self-service betting kiosks, providing sports fans with the thrill of cash-deposit sports betting in person, while the 4,400 square-foot poker room boasts 20 poker tables.The new shared space features a full-service bar equipped with bartop gaming, 20 large screen LED TVs, and a lounge area where players can enjoy a drink and a meal fromThe Slice Pizzeria & Pasta or Crave Deli.The modern design offers an inviting, lounge-like space to enjoy sporting events and poker in a luxurious environment worthy of a Caesar. “The opening of these new amenities is another step toward treating Illinois customers and sports fans like royalty,” said Eric Hes sion, president of Caesars Digital.“Following the launch of our up

graded Caesars Sportsbook app in the state last spring, it’s only fitting we bring a new Caesars Sportsbook retail location andWorld Series of Poker Room to GrandVictoria Elgin.We look forward to providing guests with more unforgettable experiences at this historic property.” In addition to convenient cash-deposit sports wagering now available in person at GrandVictoria Elgin,the easy-to-navigate Caesars Sportsbook app features improved performance with a focus on speed, ease of use, and intuitive features.

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