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King of Kings” Leads EPM Mystery Bounty at King’s Resort Rozvadov

The euroPokerMillion (EPM) Mystery Bounty event at King's Resort Rozvadov saw "King of Kings" from Switzerland take the lead after a strong performance in Flight 1C. The tournament is on track to exceed its €200,000 guarantee.

News Published 22 July 2026 3 min read Ethan Reed
A poker table with players focused on their cards during the EPM Mystery Bounty tournament at King's Resort Rozvadov.
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The euroPokerMillion (EPM) €3Million powered by euroRounders at King’s Resort Rozvadov is well underway, with the EPM Mystery Bounty event attracting significant attention. Following the completion of its third flight, Flight 1C, the tournament has seen high participation, with a Swiss player known as “King of Kings” emerging as the chip leader.

The EPM Mystery Bounty, featuring a €175+75 buy-in, had a bustling Tuesday session with 475 entries (307 unique entries and 168 re-entries) in Flight 1C alone. This strong showing has pushed the total participation across all flights to 777 entries, making it highly probable that the event will surpass its €200,000 guarantee.

Tournament Progression

The tournament structure has allowed players multiple opportunities to qualify for the final. As of the latest update, 76 players have successfully secured their spots in the impending final round. This final is scheduled to commence directly after the conclusion of the last qualification opportunities at 5 PM local time. The consistent turnout across the initial flights indicates a robust interest in the EPM series.

“King of Kings” Dominates Flight 1C

The standout performance in Flight 1C came from the Swiss participant, “King of Kings,” who accumulated an impressive 1,445,000 chips. This commanding chip count places them at the top of the leaderboard, providing a significant advantage heading into the final stages of the Mystery Bounty event. Other notable players from Flight 1C include Yossi Dayan from Israel with 1,238,000 chips and Paolo Di Girolamo from Italy with 1,136,000 chips, who also secured strong positions.

Beyond the Mystery Bounty

In addition to the main Mystery Bounty event, the EPM series also hosted the PLO Knockout tournament. This event saw 129 entries (78 unique, 51 re-entries) contributing to a prize pool of €14,086, with €3,225 allocated for bounties. Italy’s Marco Pace claimed victory in the PLO Knockout after a pre-deal agreement.

Key Facts

EventEPM Mystery BountyEPM PLO Knockout
LocationKing’s Resort RozvadovKing’s Resort Rozvadov
Total Entries (Mystery Bounty)777 (across flights 1A, 1B, 1C)129
Guarantee (Mystery Bounty)€200,000N/A
Buy-in (Mystery Bounty)€175+75€105+25
Chip Leader (Mystery Bounty)“King of Kings” (Switzerland)N/A

Impact for Video Poker Enthusiasts

While this event focuses on live poker tournaments, the success and high participation rates at King’s Resort Rozvadov underscore the continued vibrancy of the poker scene. For video poker players, understanding the broader poker landscape, including major live events, can offer insights into player trends, strategic considerations, and the general health of the poker industry. While video poker is distinct from live multi-player poker, both share fundamental game theory and risk assessment principles. The popularity of such events also highlights venues like King’s Resort as major gambling destinations, which often feature a variety of gaming options including video poker machines.

Source: Hochgepokert: https://www.hochgepokert.com/2026/07/22/king-of-kings-stuermt-an-die-spitze-des-epm-mystery-bounty/

Poker tournament table with players, King's Resort Rozvadov interior

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Hochgepokert Publicacion original: 2026-07-22T06:36:00+00:00