CCP PixPoker Third Stage Kicks Off in Natal with R$200,000 Guaranteed Prize Pool

The city of Natal, Brazil, is once again hosting a major poker event with the launch of the third stage of the CCP PixPoker circuit. Running from Tuesday, May 12th, to Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at the Clube do Poker, this stage features a significant R$200,000 guaranteed prize pool distributed across six official tournaments. The event is expected to draw players from across the region for what has become a prominent fixture in the Rio Grande do Norte poker scene.

Tournament Schedule Highlights

The series kicks off on Tuesday, May 12th, at 7:30 PM with the Progressive KO tournament. This opening event has a buy-in of R$300 and a guaranteed prize pool of R$23,000, with 20-minute blinds. Following this, the schedule includes a variety of formats designed to appeal to different player preferences.

Key Facts

Main Events and Side Tournaments

The tournament series features several key events. On Wednesday, May 13th, PLO5 players will have their turn with a R$300 buy-in and a R$15,000 guaranteed prize pool. The highly anticipated Main Event begins on Thursday, May 14th, with a R$500 buy-in and a substantial R$75,000 guaranteed prize. This flagship tournament will have six qualifying flights throughout the week.

Another prominent event is the High Roller, starting on Friday, May 15th, and concluding on Saturday, May 16th. It carries a R$950 buy-in and a R$60,000 guaranteed prize. Alongside these major tournaments, the schedule includes side events such as the 7-Max Prog KO (R$350 buy-in, R$17,000 guaranteed) and the Win The Button (R$150 buy-in, R$7,500 guaranteed), which will close out the series on Sunday. An online CCP PixPoker event is also planned for Saturday.

Live Coverage and Ranking

Select tournaments will feature live broadcasts with revealed cards, including the final day of the High Roller and the Main Event. JP Fernandes, known as "JoTTa," the official narrator for Poker Fácil TV, will be providing commentary. These tournaments also contribute to a competitive annual ranking, with the overall champion at the end of the year set to receive a R$70,000 prize.

Previous Stage Success

The second stage of the CCP PixPoker in 2026 saw Vinicius Beruel emerge as the Main Event champion, overcoming a field of 199 entries. Beruel secured a prize of R$18,000. Other notable winners included Thiago Amós, who dominated the High Roller, and Guilherme Queiros, who won the Win The Button event. The previous stage also saw several tournaments exceeding their guaranteed prize pools, indicating strong player turnout and interest. The ongoing success of these events underscores the growing appeal of poker in the region, offering diverse formats and significant prize opportunities for players.

Fuente: Mundo Poker, https://mundopoker.com.br/ccp-potiguar/terceira-etapa-do-ccp-pixpoker-comeca-nesta-terca-feira-em-natal-com-um-garantido-especial-de-r-200-000-confira-a-grade/