The Thrilling Progress of the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Cyprus: Day 4 Highlights
The excitement of the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Cyprus continues to unfold at the luxurious Merit Royal Diamond Hotel Casino & Spa. After an intense Day 4, the field of 45 players from the original 1,284 entries in the $5,300 Main Event has been trimmed down to just 16 contenders, each battling for a slice of the substantial $6,227,400 prize pool.
1. Dominating the Chip Counts: Georgios Tsouloftas Shines
Leading the charge into the penultimate day is Georgios Tsouloftas, a local poker talent and the fourth on the Cypriot all-time money list. Tsouloftas concluded Day 4 with an impressive stack of 7,970,000 chips, equating to a commanding 159 big blinds. Despite his significant earnings exceeding one million in live tournament payouts, a deep run in an EPT event had previously eluded him—until now. His previous best finish came with a 26th place in the $1,100 Eureka Main Event just days prior.
Behind him is Oliver Weis from Germany, holding 4,540,000 chips, while Andriy Lyubovetskiy of Ukraine sits comfortably in third with 3,970,000 chips. Both players have also displayed exceptional skill throughout the tournament, making the coming days highly competitive.
2. The Competition Heats Up
The top ten at the conclusion of Day 4 showcased a mix of familiar faces and emerging players:
- 4th: Damir Zhugralin (Kazakhstan) – 3,160,000 chips
- 5th: Mikhail Shalamov (Russian Federation) – 2,600,000 chips
- 6th: Andrea Dato (Italy) – 2,575,000 chips
- 7th: Eleftherios Sinnos (Cyprus) – 2,295,000 chips
- 8th: Marta Miquel Munoz (Spain), the last lady standing – 2,235,000 chips
- 9th: Philip Joyce (United Kingdom) – 1,650,000 chips
- 10th: Anton Wigg (Sweden) – 1,555,000 chips
Each of these players is not only chasing glory but also significant financial rewards, with escalating payouts as they progress further into the tournament.
3. Day 4 Action: A Roller Coaster of Eliminations
Day 4 commenced with high expectations, and the initial hours were fraught with dramatic eliminations. Players such as Diogo Coelho and Victoria Livschitz were eliminated early, taking home respective payouts of $18,240. The action escalated quickly, leading to a flurry of exits, including notable players like Halil Tasyurek, who aims for back-to-back final tables.
As the day progressed, Tsouloftas showcased dominance. He notably eliminated fierce rival Artsiom Lasouski and crossed the million-chip mark multiple times, asserting his position as the player to watch.
4. Remaining Players and Payout Structure
As the dust settled and players bagged their chips for the night, the remaining 16 competitors have locked in at least a $42,280 payout, with the stakes rising significantly as they aim for the coveted title and its hefty $1,030,000 top prize. The anticipation for Day 5 is palpable, as players will return to compete for a place at the final table.
Remaining Payouts:
| Place | Prize | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,030,000 | 9 | $94,940 |
| 2 | $642,300 | 10-11 | $73,100 |
| 3 | $459,000 | 12-13 | $60,900 |
| 4 | $353,100 | 14-15 | $50,760 |
| 5 | $271,400 | 16 | $42,280 |
5. Looking Ahead: Day 5 Promises Thrills and Drama
The action is set to continue with 52 minutes and 52 seconds left in Level 26 when play resumes, ensuring that each level is packed with intensity, strategy, and potential upsets. As players prepare for this crucial day, the spotlight remains on Tsouloftas, who has taken control, yet the competition’s caliber suggests that surprises are very much on the table.
Stay tuned to PokerNews for live updates and thorough coverage as the EPT Cyprus Main Event unfolds to its thrilling conclusion!
