The 2025 Australian Poker Open has kicked off at Club Marconi in Sydney, featuring 30 events from April 14-27. Highlighting the first week was the $1,500 no-limit hold'em Platinum Players Championship, which attracted 1,000 entries and exceeded its $1 million guarantee by $300,000. Johan Lees, a local player, claimed the title with a prize of $252,300, marking his best tournament performance to date and boosting his Player of the Year standings. The tournament's top 126 finishers were paid, reflecting the event's competitiveness and appeal among poker enthusiasts.
The 2025 Australian Poker Open, held at Club Marconi in Sydney, featured a $1.5K no-limit hold'em Platinum Players Championship with a record 1,000 entries.
Johan Lees emerged as champion, earning $252,300, marking his largest tournament win yet, while also making a significant leap in the Player of the Year standings.
The event surpassed its $1 million guarantee by $300,000, showcasing the tournament's popularity and competitive nature, with 126 players making it to the money.
The final showdown saw Lees take on Daniel Neilson, who finished second, adding $94,272 to his career earnings, illustrating the high stakes involved.
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