While the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona €5,300 Main Event has reached its final stages, it has been a source of disappointment for the strong contingent of German poker professionals.
A number of the country’s top players, including Fabian Niederreiter and Leon Sturm, have been eliminated from the marquee tournament, ending their hopes of capturing one of the most prestigious titles in European poker.
However, a significant opportunity for a high-stakes comeback still remains.
With the Main Event no longer an option, the focus for the German pros and other high-stakes players now shifts to the €10,300 High Roller event.
This tournament, which is a staple of the EPT schedule, offers a chance at both a massive payday and the redemption of a major title.
The first-place prize in the High Roller is projected to be approximately €1 million, providing more than enough incentive for the world’s best players to take their shot.
Crucially for those who have been recently eliminated from other events, the registration for the High Roller remains open until shortly before the start of play on Day 2.
This late registration period is a key feature of high roller poker tournaments, allowing players the flexibility to enter at the last minute.
This keeps the hope alive for players like Niederreiter and Sturm, who can now pivot their attention and bankroll toward this final opportunity to secure a major score in Barcelona.
The high-stakes drama is far from over, as the focus now turns to this elite event and the chance for a dramatic comeback.
