The SiGMA Poker Tour - A Player’s View
As an avid poker player, I was excited to hear about Ivonne Montealegre’s new project, the SiGMA Poker Tour launching in São Paulo, Brazil this April. I had heard poker room managers and industry professionals attending SiGMA expos before and the value these had for networking and attracting international and diverse professionals. Players can now tap into this same network, by playing the SiGMA Poker Tour. I have never been to South America, so I am looking forward to my trip to São Paulo.
As most already know, I sit in 11th place on the Hendon Mob’s Flaghunter Leaderboard and would love to add Brazil to that list. The SiGMA Poker Tour also includes the first Hendon Mob Championship in Latin America.
Chat GPT generated illustration of the “Ponte Estaiada” in São Paulo
Playing poker, flag hunting and experiencing Brazil are my personal motivations to play the SiGMA Poker Tour. I know that playing abroad in a country where I have never travelled to before, would be easier knowing that I have contact to others and access to the conferences and some events. English speaking support is also important for me. Although I do like traveling solo, it is also nice to have an opportunity to meet with others.
The SIGMA Poker Tour offers two ways to participate, buying a $2,200 VIP Package or a $770 ticket. Unlike other poker tournaments, when you purchase a ticket or VIP package in advance, you receive many perks and benefits.
Buying your $770 ticket online gives players access to the BiS SiGMA Celebration and complimentary entry to the BiS SiGMA Conference as well as 24/7 Unlimited Open Bar Buffet during the event at the Monte Carlo Poker Club.
For players who want to be more involved and would like to stay at the hotel with other players and delegates, then the VIP Package is the better choice as it also offers access to Greet and Meet the SiGMA Poker Tour Ambassadors.
Purchase tickets and VIP packages here.
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The SiGMA Poker Tour has three Ambassadors on board, Liverpool Football Legend, John Arne Riise, Norwegian Poker Champion Drea Karlsen and Lukas Robinson (known as Robin Poker).
I spoke with Lukas Robinson and he said that he is super excited for the SiGMA Poker Tour. “The 1st event is in Brazil, which is a place I have always dreamed of visiting and playing poker in. The Brazilians are no doubt the funnest yet hardest poker players to play against. So I am looking forward to having some fun, playing some cards and seeing what this amazing country has to offer.”
The upcoming event in April 2025 promises an immersive experience that blends the innovative spirit of the SiGMA Americas with the high-stakes excitement of the SiGMA Poker Tour. Spanning from April 7 to April 14, the schedule is segmented into three dynamic phases that seamlessly overlap for an unforgettable experience.
The complete poker agenda is below with further details online.
Wednesday, April 09
19:00–00:00: SiGMA Poker Tour Opening Satellite
Thursday, April 10
17:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 1A hosted by Jon Vblogs
20:00–00:00: Satellite to SPT Main Event
22:00–02:00: BiS SiGMA OFFICIAL CELEBRATION
Friday, April 11
14:00–20:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 1B hosted by Jon Vblogs
15:00–00:00: Satellite to SPT Main Event
20:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 1C TURBO hosted by Jon Vblogs
21:00–00:00: EGT Platinum Friday
An exclusive, invitation-only event offering premium rewards.22:00–00:00: Meet and Greet with the Ambassadors of SPT
Players get the chance to interact with prominent figures and ambassadors, deepening their connection with the poker community.
Saturday, April 12
11:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 1D hosted by Jon Vblogs
14:00–00:00: The Hendon Mob Latam Championship Day 1
16:00–00:00: SiGMA Divas
Celebrating diversity in poker, this event spotlights top female talent in the game.20:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 1E TURBO hosted by Jon Vblogs
Sunday, April 13
14:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT DAY 2 hosted by Jon Vblogs
15:00–00:00: SiGMA Mystery Bounty
A unique challenge where players can earn additional rewards by uncovering hidden prizes17:00–00:00: The Hendon Mob LATAM Championship Day 2 and FT
Monday, April 14
14:00–00:00: SPT MAIN EVENT Day 3 and FINAL TABLE hosted by Jon Vblogs
14:00–00:00: Last Chance
