ACR Poker, one of the leading online poker platforms, has announced a new weekly tournament in honor of legendary poker player Chris Moneymaker. The tournament, dubbed the “Moneymaker Weekly,” will take place every Sunday at 8pm EST and feature a guaranteed prize pool of $50,000.
Chris Moneymaker rose to fame in 2003 when he won the World Series of Poker Main Event after qualifying through an online satellite tournament on PokerStars. His victory not only earned him $2.5 million in prize money but also catapulted poker into the mainstream and sparked the “poker boom” of the early 2000s.
“We are thrilled to honor Chris Moneymaker, a true poker icon, with this new weekly tournament,” said an ACR Poker spokesperson. “Chris’s win in 2003 inspired a generation of players and changed the poker landscape forever. We hope this tournament will continue to celebrate his legacy and bring excitement to our players.”
The Moneymaker Weekly tournament will have a buy-in of $215 and feature a mix of 6-max and full ring tables. Players can also qualify for the tournament through satellites running throughout the week, giving everyone a chance to compete for a piece of the $50,000 prize pool.
In addition to the cash prizes, the winner of the Moneymaker Weekly tournament will also receive a special trophy and a personalized letter from Chris Moneymaker himself. The tournament is expected to attract a large field of players eager to test their skills against some of the best in the business.
“I am honored to have a tournament named after me on ACR Poker,” said Chris Moneymaker. “Poker has given me so much over the years, and I am grateful to be able to give back to the community in this way. I look forward to seeing who will come out on top and take home the title of Moneymaker Weekly champion.”
The Moneymaker Weekly tournament is set to kick off on Sunday, March 13th, and is sure to be a highlight on the ACR Poker schedule. Players can register for the tournament now on the ACR Poker website and start sharpening their skills for a shot at the $50,000 prize pool and poker glory.
