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Status
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Buy-in
NT$5,000
~USD 166 -
Date
21 Aug 2025
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Start Time
9:00 pm
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Registration Ends
Start of Level 9 (~11:15 pm)
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Starting Stack
20,000
| Total Buy-in | NT$5,000 |
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| Prize Pool | NT$4,350 |
| Entry Fee | NT$650 |
GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW:
- Win The Button is played just like NLH, except that the winner of each hand gets the dealer button in the next round.
- In the case of a split pot, the button moves to the winning player closest to the left of the existing button.
LEVELS:
- Levels will be 15 minutes for the duration of the tournament until a winner is declared.
RE-ENTRY:
- Unlimited re-entry is allowed before the close of registration.
PAYOUTS:
- Approximately one in seven entries (15%) will be in the money.
SHOT CLOCKS & TIME BANKS:
- Shot Clocks will be implemented throughout the tournament.
- Each player has 15 seconds to act on their first decision and 20 seconds on any subsequent decision.
- Players receive 3 time-extension chips worth 20 seconds each at the time of taking their seat, and another 3 more at the start of the Final Table.
PACE OF PLAY:
- Players are required to make decisions within a reasonable timeframe.
- Players who are found to intentionally abuse time, deliberately stall, or purposely slow down the game’s progression will be subjected to a 5-second shot clock for all subsequent decision-making.
- In all tournaments, including shot clock tournaments, we retain the right to limit the time any player has to make a decision.
SEATING & RE-DRAWS:
- Play will move to 9-handed when play permits.
- Seating re-draws will be conducted prior to the start of the Final Table.
STAFF FEE:
- Four percent (4%) of the prize pool will be withheld to offset tournament staffing costs.
RULES:
- Tournament Director Association (TDA) rules will be used.
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY:
- A minimum of four (4) players is required for an event to commence.
- If the minimum number of participants is not met by the start of Level 5, Tournament Management reserves the right to cancel the event at its sole discretion. In such cases, any advertised guarantees (GTDs) shall be void.
| Lvl | Duration | Small Blind | Big Blind | Ante |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 Min | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| 2 | 15 Min | 100 | 200 | 200 |
| 3 | 15 Min | 100 | 300 | 300 |
| 4 | 15 Min | 200 | 400 | 400 |
| 5 | 15 Min | 200 | 500 | 500 |
| 6 | 15 Min | 300 | 600 | 600 |
| 7 | 15 Min | 400 | 800 | 800 |
| 8 | 15 Min | 400 | 800 | 800 |
| 15-Minute Break | ||||
| 9 | 15 Min | 500 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| 10 | 15 Min | 600 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| 11 | 15 Min | 1,000 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| 12 | 15 Min | 1,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| 13 | 15 Min | 1,000 | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| 14 | 15 Min | 1,500 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| 15 | 15 Min | 2,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| 16 | 15 Min | 2,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| 17 | 15 Min | 3,000 | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| 18 | 15 Min | 4,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 |
| 19 | 15 Min | 5,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| 20 | 15 Min | 6,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
| 21 | 15 Min | 8,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 |
| 22 | 15 Min | 10,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 |
| 23 | 15 Min | 10,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 |
| 24 | 15 Min | 15,000 | 30,000 | 30,000 |
| 25 | 15 Min | 20,000 | 40,000 | 40,000 |
| 26 | 15 Min | 25,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 |
| 27 | 15 Min | 30,000 | 60,000 | 60,000 |
| 28 | 15 Min | 40,000 | 80,000 | 80,000 |
| 29 | 15 Min | 50,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 |
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Status
Completed
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Entries
42
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Winner
🇮🇳 Kunal Patni
TWD62,300
| Place | Name | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 🇮🇳 Kunal Patni | 62,300 |
| 2nd | 🇰🇷 Lee Min Sung | 37,600 |
| 3rd | 🇲🇴 Ing Ian Kit | 23,800 |
| 4th | 🇰🇷 Lim Yohwan | 17,600 |
| 5th | 🇹🇼 Lin Jhihyin | 13,800 |
| 6th | 🇰🇷 Moon Dongwuk | 11,300 |
| 7th | 🇹🇠Napthatson Thiankhaow | 9,000 |
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Status
Completed
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Entries
42
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Winner
🇮🇳 Kunal Patni
TWD62,300
Kunal Patni Controls the Action in Win The Button Victory
The fast-paced Win The Button format once again delivers an entertaining battle, attracting 42 entries and generating a TWD 175,400 prize pool. With shifting positions and constant pressure, every orbit proves crucial in this dynamic structure.
After navigating the swings and capitalizing on key moments, 🇮🇳 Kunal Patni closes out the final table to capture the trophy and TWD 62,300 in winnings. Precise timing and relentless pressure allow him to control the latter stages and seal the victory when it matters most.
🇰🇷 Lee Min Sung finishes as runner-up, earning TWD 37,600 after a composed and steady performance throughout the event. Despite a strong showing, he falls just short in the final stretch.
Another thrilling edition of Win The Button is in the books, once again showcasing high-tempo action and strategic adaptability at the Players Series.
