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Tournament Spotlight: The Festival Series – Malta – H.O.R.S.E.S Mixed Main Event

Tournament Spotlight: The Festival Series – Malta – H.O.R.S.E.S Mixed Main Event

If you’re a fan of mixed games, then you’re in for a treat in T-minus four days — The Festival Series is bringing its H.O.R.S.E.S Main Event back for only the third time in history, and where better to do it than in Malta! From September 8th to 10th, poker players will gather to test their skills across a variety of formats, all under the sun-drenched skies of the Mediterranean.

Look at this as your chance to dive into one of the most diverse tournaments on the poker calendar, set against the stunning backdrop of Malta’s Portomaso Casino.

The Festival Series Malta 2024 - H.O.R.S.E.S Main Event Details

EventDateBuy-inStarting Days
Mixed Games Main Event (H.O.R.S.E.S format)September 8-10, 2024€5502

The H.O.R.S.E.S Main Event is quickly becoming a staple of The Festival Series, offering players a challenge with its mix of Hold’em, Omaha, Razz, Stud, Eight-or-Better, and the added twist of Sviten Special. With a €550 buy-in and two starting days, this event is perfect for those who thrive on variety and want to showcase their skills across multiple poker variants.

Rozvadov 2024: Sascha Manns - The King of Kings

We can’t talk about the H.O.R.S.E.S Main Event without tipping our hats to Sascha Manns, who recently dominated the field at The Festival in Rozvadov 2024. Already a familiar face on the circuit, Manns once again proved why he’s one of the best, taking home the title and €8,788 after a confident victory over Siarhei Narozhny.

Sascha Manns
Sascha Manns

Sascha’s journey in Rozvadov was nothing short of impressive. After a near-miss in the 8-Game event, he returned with determination, leading the final day of the HORSES championship from the outset. His performance didn’t just earn him the trophy — it solidified his place as a mixed-games powerhouse, and he’s now eyeing further conquests in future stops of The Festival Series.

Will we see him defend his crown in Malta?

Bratislava 2023: Jon Kyte Makes History

Let’s take a trip back to where it all began—the very first HORSES Main Event at The Festival Series in Bratislava 2023. This wasn’t just another poker tournament; it was a groundbreaking moment, the debut of a mixed-games championship that would go on to become a highlight of the series. And who better to make history than Norway’s Jon Kyte?

Jon Kyte

Kyte battled through a tough field of 67 entries to claim victory, earning himself €8,825 and the honor of being the first-ever HORSES Main Event champion. It wasn’t an easy ride, especially with a tense heads-up showdown against Cyprus’s Dimitris Giannakou. But Kyte kept his cool and showed why he’s one of the best in the business, walking away with the trophy and a spot in poker history.

Qualifiers for The Festival Bratislava already Running!

The online satellites are a great way of coming to a live event for a fairly low amount. Satellites for our next stop in Bratislava are already running on popular poker sites like Unibet, partypoker, and the iPoker Network! Offering packages that include your entry to the Main Event, accommodation, and a taste of the Festival’s legendary hospitality (depending on operator).

This is your chance to join the ranks of champions like Sascha Manns and make your mark on one of the most exciting poker events of the year. Ready to take on the challenge? The tables are waiting for you in Malta right now from September 8-15!