The World Poker Tour has started its WPT Seoul series, a 46-event schedule running from October 30 to November 9, according to the source report from PokerNews.
The series includes a KRW 1 billion guaranteed Championship event. The report says the schedule includes satellites, different formats, high rollers and more accessible buy-ins.
The event is held at the new YY Poker Club at INSPIRE Resort. The article's author describes the room as possibly one of the most beautiful poker rooms the author has seen. The entrance hall features a large LED screen with bespoke artwork, and the facade has an East Asian style. The tournament area includes the WPT Mike Sexton Champions Cup, flanked by two auburn bonsai. The report says the INSPIRE Arena is located just minutes from Incheon International Airport.
WPT will stream some of the festival's major events with expert commentary, according to the report. The festival runs for 11 days.